Description
Egg Roll in a Bowl is a quick and easy skillet dish that captures all the savory flavors of traditional egg rolls without the wrapper. Ground meat is cooked with fresh cabbage, carrots, onions, garlic, and ginger, then seasoned with soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil for a healthy, low-carb meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat
- 1 lb ground meat (chicken, turkey, beef)
Vegetables
- 1 medium head cabbage, shredded (about 5 cups)
- 1 cup carrots, shredded or matchstick-cut
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
Seasonings & Sauces
- 3 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free, or coconut aminos for Whole30)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat the skillet: Place a large skillet over medium heat to prepare for cooking the ingredients evenly.
- Cook the ground meat: Add 1 lb of ground meat to the heated skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes, breaking it apart with a spatula as it browns to ensure even cooking and no large clumps.
- Sauté the onion: Stir in the diced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until it becomes translucent, infusing the meat with sweetness and aroma.
- Add aromatics: Mix in the shredded carrots, minced garlic, and grated fresh ginger, cooking for an additional 2 minutes to develop their flavors.
- Add cabbage: Stir in the shredded cabbage thoroughly, mixing it well with the meat and other vegetables for even flavor distribution.
- Cook the cabbage: Continue cooking for 5-6 minutes or until the cabbage is tender but still has a slight crisp texture, ensuring a nice contrast in the dish.
- Season the mixture: Pour in soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil to add depth, acidity, and nuttiness to the bowl.
- Combine ingredients: Stir everything together thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are well-coated with the sauces.
- Add final seasoning: Season with salt and black pepper to your personal taste preference, adjusting as needed.
- Remove from heat: Take the skillet off the stove to avoid overcooking and preserve the freshness of the vegetables.
- Garnish and serve: Optionally, top with chopped green onions, sesame seeds, or a drizzle of extra sesame oil for added flavor and presentation. Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- You can substitute ground meat with ground turkey, chicken, or beef based on preference.
- For gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
- For Whole30 or paleo, substitute soy sauce with coconut aminos.
- Feel free to add chili flakes or sriracha for a spicy kick.
- This dish reheats well and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Garnishes like chopped green onions and sesame seeds add great texture and flavor.
- Adjust the seasoning at the end according to your taste to prevent over-salting.
