Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Chinese Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir-Fry! Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish combines savory lean beef with crunchy cabbage, garlic, and ginger for a quick meal that the whole family will love. It’s not just a dish; it’s a celebration of taste, ready in minutes and customizable to your preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 cups chopped green cabbage (about half a medium head)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, minced
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Prepare your veggies by chopping the cabbage and mincing the garlic and ginger.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until no pink remains.
- Add minced garlic and ginger to the skillet; sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in the chopped cabbage; cook for 5-7 minutes until tender yet crunchy.
- Drizzle soy sauce and sesame oil over the mixture; stir well to combine.
- Serve immediately over rice or noodles while hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute ground beef with turkey or chicken for a lighter option. Add bell peppers or carrots for extra crunch and nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat on the stovetop.