Description
Satisfy your cravings on a busy weeknight with this quick and delicious Chinese Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir-Fry. Featuring succulent ground beef and crunchy cabbage enveloped in a savory sauce, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also visually appealing. Perfect for customizing with ingredients you have on hand, it promises to impress your family or guests alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 cups chopped green cabbage
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 scallions, chopped
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Chop the cabbage into thin strips and mince the garlic and ginger.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until no pink remains.
- Mix in minced garlic and grated ginger; sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in cabbage, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes. Cook for about 4-5 minutes until the cabbage is tender but still crunchy.
- Toss in scallions and drizzle sesame oil over the top before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Swap ground beef for turkey or chicken for a lighter dish. Add bell peppers or carrots for extra crunch and nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently on medium heat.