Description
This Healthy Chinese Ground Beef & Cabbage Stir Fry is a delicious and guilt-free meal that combines flavorful ground beef with tender cabbage. It’s packed with nutrients, easy to prepare, and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or lunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (or turkey, if preferred)
- 4 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Slice the cabbage, bell pepper, green onions, and mince the garlic and ginger.
- Heat the Pan: In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Cook the Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Add Garlic and Ginger: Stir in the minced garlic and ginger. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Incorporate Vegetables: Add the sliced cabbage and bell pepper to the pan. Stir-fry for about 4-5 minutes until the cabbage is tender but still crisp.
- Season: Pour in the soy sauce and oyster sauce (if using). Stir everything together, ensuring the vegetables are coated evenly.
- Finish Cooking: Cook for another 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld, while stirring frequently.
- Add Sesame Oil: Drizzle the sesame oil over the stir fry. Stir to incorporate it into the dish.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, and top with sliced green onions before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and texture.
- Adjust soy sauce and sesame oil to your preference.
- Add roasted peanuts or cashews for extra crunch.
- For a vegetarian option, substitute ground beef with tempeh or plant-based meat.
- Add jalapeños or sriracha for a spicy kick.
- Experiment with other vegetables like broccoli, carrots, or snap peas.
- Replace soy sauce with gluten-free tamari or coconut aminos to make the dish gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: N/A