Egg Roll in a Bowl Recipe
Egg Roll in a Bowl is a delicious and healthy deconstructed egg roll that combines ground beef, fresh vegetables, and savory Asian-inspired flavors. This quick and easy skillet recipe delivers all the taste of an egg roll without the wrapper, making it a low-carb and satisfying meal perfect for any weeknight dinner.
- Author: Lena
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Meat and Seasonings
- 1 lb lean ground beef (85/15)
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp fine sea salt, or to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper, or to taste
Vegetables
- ½ medium onion, finely diced
- 1 medium carrot, julienned or coarsely grated
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
Flavorings and Garnishes
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- ½ tsp granulated sugar
- 1 Tbsp chopped green onion (optional, for garnish)
- ¼ tsp sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- Brown the Ground Beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook for about 5 minutes, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned and no longer pink. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Sauté Onions and Carrots: Stir in the diced onion and grated carrot. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is soft and translucent.
- Add Garlic: Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, stirring constantly to prevent burning and to release the garlic’s flavor.
- Add Cabbage and Seasonings: Add the thinly sliced cabbage, ground ginger, low-sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, and granulated sugar to the skillet. Continue sautéing for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender and slightly wilted.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve warm and enjoy your healthy Egg Roll in a Bowl.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef to reduce fat content and keep the recipe healthier.
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner protein option.
- For a vegetarian version, replace ground beef with firm tofu or a plant-based mince alternative.
- Adjust soy sauce quantity according to your sodium preference.
- Serve over cauliflower rice for a low-carb meal.
- To add extra spice, consider adding red pepper flakes or sriracha sauce during cooking.
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