Description
Healthy Ground Beef Cabbage Stir-Fry is a quick, low-carb, and flavorful one-pan meal made with simple ingredients. It features lean ground beef, shredded cabbage, carrots, garlic, and a savory stir-fry sauce that’s sweet, salty, and full of umami. Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or anyone following a keto, Whole30, or gluten-free lifestyle.
Ingredients
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1 lb lean ground beef (90% or higher)
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1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 onion, thinly sliced
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4 cups shredded green cabbage
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1 cup shredded carrots
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2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce (or coconut aminos for Whole30)
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1 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
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1 tsp sesame oil
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1/2 tsp ground ginger or 1 tsp fresh grated ginger
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Optional toppings: sesame seeds, green onions, red pepper flakes, or a fried egg
Instructions
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Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
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Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 5–7 minutes. Break up the meat as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed.
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Stir in garlic and onions and cook for 2 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
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Add shredded cabbage and carrots. Stir well and sauté for 4–5 minutes until softened but still slightly crisp.
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Pour in soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, and ginger. Mix well and cook for another 2–3 minutes to let flavors combine.
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Season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes to taste.
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Serve hot, topped with sesame seeds, green onions, or a fried egg if desired.
Notes
For added protein or bulk, toss in edamame or sliced mushrooms. Use purple cabbage for more color, or swap in bok choy or kale. Leftovers store well and taste even better the next day. Serve as-is or over brown rice, cauliflower rice, or noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes