Description
This deconstructed egg roll skillet is everything you love about traditional egg rolls—without the wrapper! Packed with ground meat, crisp-tender cabbage, and bold Asian flavors, this one-pan dish is a quick, healthy, and satisfying meal. It’s perfect for busy weeknights, meal prepping, or whenever you’re craving takeout flavors with a homemade touch.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound ground meat (85/15 ground beef or your choice)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 large carrot, julienned or shredded
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups cabbage, finely sliced
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce (or regular soy sauce, adjusted to taste)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
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- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of oil.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté for 2 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the ground meat, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess grease if needed.
- Stir in the julienned carrots and sliced cabbage, mixing well with the meat.
- Add the soy sauce, sesame oil, ground ginger, sugar, salt, and black pepper.
- Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender but still slightly crisp.
- Remove from heat and serve hot. Garnish with green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
- Enjoy as is or serve over rice, cauliflower rice, or in lettuce wraps.
Notes
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- For extra heat, add a drizzle of sriracha or sprinkle with red pepper flakes.
- Swap ground beef for turkey, chicken, pork, or tofu for a different flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired