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Low Carb Ground Beef Egg Roll in a Bowl - Fast, Flavorful, and Satisfying

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound (450 g) ground beef (80–90% lean)
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil or olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated (or 1 teaspoon ground ginger)
  • 1 small green cabbage, thinly shredded (about 6–8 cups), or 1 bag coleslaw mix
  • 1 medium carrot, julienned or shredded (optional for color; omit for ultra-low carb)
  • 3–4 green onions, sliced (whites and greens separated)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari (use coconut aminos for soy-free)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (unseasoned)
  • 1–2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha or chili-garlic sauce (optional, to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • Salt to taste (start light; soy sauce adds saltiness)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional garnish)
  • Lime wedges for serving (optional)

Method
 

  1. Prep your veggies: Shred the cabbage, slice the green onions, and mince the garlic and ginger. Keep the green onion greens for garnish.
  2. Warm the pan: Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high. Add the oil and swirl to coat.
  3. Brown the beef: Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until no pink remains and edges start to crisp, about 5–7 minutes. Do not over-stir; let it sear for flavor.
  4. Sauté aromatics: Push the beef to one side. Add onion to the empty side and sauté 2 minutes. Stir in garlic and ginger for 30–45 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add the cabbage: Toss in shredded cabbage (and carrot, if using). Stir to combine with beef and aromatics.
  6. Season: Pour in soy sauce or tamari, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and sriracha if using. Sprinkle with black pepper. Stir well to coat.
  7. Cook to your texture: Let the mixture cook 4–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is wilted but still crisp-tender. For softer cabbage, cook an extra 2–3 minutes.
  8. Finish: Stir in the white parts of the green onions. Taste and adjust seasoning: add more soy for salt, vinegar for brightness, or sesame oil for nuttiness.
  9. Garnish and serve: Remove from heat. Top with green onion greens and sesame seeds. Serve with lime wedges if you like a little zing.