Healthy Chinese Ground Beef Cabbage
Crispy yet tender cabbage, juicy ground beef, and a savory garlic-ginger soy glaze make this Healthy Chinese Ground Beef Cabbage recipe a weeknight star. It brings together vibrant colors, bold flavors, and nutrient-rich ingredients in a single skillet meal that's fast, filling, and refreshingly light.
Equipment
- Large skillet
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound lean ground beef (93% or higher)
- 4 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add cabbage and carrots to the skillet. Sauté for 5-8 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Stir together soy sauce, rice vinegar, and water. Pour over the skillet mixture and toss to coat.
- Mix cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water and stir it into the skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes until thickened.
- Turn off heat, drizzle with sesame oil, and top with green onions. Serve hot.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat in a skillet or microwave with a splash of water.
Nutrition
Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 650mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 80IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 15mg
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