Description
This Egg Roll Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful dish that brings together ground meat, crisp vegetables, and savory Asian-inspired sauces. Perfect for a fast weeknight dinner, it blends the taste of classic egg roll fillings in a healthy, stir-fried form, offering a low-carb and delicious meal option for the whole family.
Ingredients
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Meat and Oils
- 1 pound ground meat (chicken, turkey, or pork)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
Vegetables
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 medium head of green cabbage, thinly sliced
- 2 medium carrots, shredded
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Sauce and Seasonings
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Optional: sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the meat: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the ground meat and cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain any excess fat to keep the dish lean.
- Sauté aromatics: Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger to the skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until fragrant and the onion softens, which adds depth of flavor.
- Cook vegetables: Stir in the thinly sliced cabbage and shredded carrots. Continue cooking for 5 to 7 minutes while stirring frequently, allowing the vegetables to become tender yet retain a pleasant crispness.
- Prepare and add sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and crushed red pepper flakes if you prefer some heat. Pour this mixture over the stir fry and mix thoroughly to coat all ingredients.
- Simmer to meld flavors: Cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring occasionally to let the flavors blend nicely.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately, optionally with steamed rice or cauliflower rice for a complete meal.
Notes
- You can substitute the ground meat with your choice of chicken, turkey, or pork based on preference.
- For a spicier dish, increase the crushed red pepper flakes gradually.
- To keep it low-carb, serve with cauliflower rice instead of regular rice.
- Make sure to drain excess fat after cooking the meat to avoid greasiness.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat thoroughly before serving.
