Chinese Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry in 30 Minutes

Quick and nutritious Chinese ground beef and cabbage stir fry, perfect for busy weeknights, low in carbs and full of flavor.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Chinese

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Stir Fry

1 pound lean ground beef 90% lean preferred
4 cups shredded green cabbage can substitute with bok choy or Napa cabbage
2 tablespoons sesame oil or vegetable oil if out
1 medium onion diced, white or yellow
2 cloves garlic minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
1 tablespoon rice vinegar apple cider vinegar can be used
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce or oyster sauce
to taste sriracha optional for spice
2 scallions green onions sliced for garnish
to taste salt
to taste pepper

Equipment

Skillet
spatula

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger; sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
Introduce the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart, and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
Mix in the shredded cabbage, followed by soy sauce, rice vinegar, and hoisin sauce. Stir and cook for another 5-7 minutes.
Season with salt, pepper, and sriracha if desired, then serve garnished with green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Meal prep friendly, stores well in the fridge for up to 4 days.

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