Description
This beef and cabbage stir fry is a quick and easy dinner made in one pan. Juicy ground beef is cooked with tender cabbage, garlic, and a savory sauce for a flavorful low-carb meal that’s ready in under 30 minutes. Great for busy weeknights or meal prep!
Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef (80/20 or lean)
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1 tablespoon olive oil (if needed)
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1 small head green cabbage, shredded (about 6 cups)
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1 medium onion, sliced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
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1 tablespoon sesame oil
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1 tablespoon rice vinegar
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1 tablespoon hoisin sauce (optional for added flavor)
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1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
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2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
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Sesame seeds (optional garnish)
Instructions
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Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess grease if needed.
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Push the beef to the side and add a bit of oil if the pan is dry. Sauté the onion for 2–3 minutes until it softens.
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Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Add the shredded cabbage and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring often, until the cabbage is tender but still slightly crisp.
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In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
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Pour the sauce over the beef and cabbage mixture. Stir well to coat everything evenly and cook for another 1–2 minutes.
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Remove from heat and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, if using.
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Serve hot, as-is or over rice or noodles.
Notes
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For a keto-friendly version, skip the hoisin sauce and serve without rice.
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You can use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef.
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Red or purple cabbage works too, though it may change the color of the dish slightly.
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Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in a skillet or microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg