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Egg Roll in a Bowl

Savory Egg Roll in a Bowl: Quick, Low-Carb Delight!

Enjoy a flavorful, low-carb Egg Roll in a Bowl, ready in under 30 minutes, featuring ground beef, cabbage, and a sesame-ginger sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Protein
  • 1 pound lean ground beef or substitute with ground turkey or tofu
For the Veggies
  • 1 medium finely diced onion shallots can be used for a milder profile
  • 1 cup carrots julienned, or substitute with bell peppers
  • 4 cups thinly sliced green cabbage Napa cabbage is a nice alternative
For the Aromatics
  • 3 cloves minced garlic avoid browning to keep the taste pure
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger fresh ginger can be used for more zest
For the Saucing
  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce or use tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil reduce for a subtler taste
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar honey is a natural alternative
For the Topping
  • ½ cup chopped green onion essential for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds optional but suggested for crunch

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • wooden spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet or wok. Add 1 pound of lean ground beef and cook for about 5 minutes until browned, seasoning with salt and pepper.
  2. Stir in 1 finely diced onion and 1 julienned carrot, cooking for 5 to 7 minutes until the onion softens and becomes translucent.
  3. Add 3 cloves of minced garlic, cooking for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Introduce 4 cups of thinly sliced green cabbage, 1 teaspoon of ground ginger, ¼ cup of low-sodium soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, and 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar. Stir and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until the cabbage wilts.
  5. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 4 days. They can be frozen for 2 months.

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