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Egg Roll in a Bowl Recipe

4.4 from 129 reviews

Egg Roll in a Bowl is a quick and flavorful deconstructed egg roll inspired dish that combines lean ground beef with fresh vegetables and Asian-inspired seasonings. This low-carb, skillet-cooked recipe delivers all the taste of a classic egg roll without the wrapper, making it a perfect weeknight dinner option packed with savory, tender beef and crisp cabbage.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb lean ground beef (85/15)
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp fine sea salt, or to taste
  • ¼ tsp black pepper, or to taste
  • ½ medium onion, finely diced
  • 1 medium carrot, julienned or coarsely grated
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tsp sesame oil
  • ½ tsp granulated sugar

Optional Garnishes

  • 1 Tbsp chopped green onion
  • ¼ tsp sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Cook the Ground Beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the lean ground beef and cook for about 5 minutes, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned and no longer pink. Season with sea salt and black pepper to taste.
  2. Sauté Onion and Carrot: Stir in the finely diced onion and julienned or grated carrot into the skillet. Continue cooking for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion softens and becomes translucent.
  3. Add Garlic: Incorporate the minced garlic into the mixture and cook for an additional 30 seconds, stirring constantly to release the aroma without burning.
  4. Cook the Cabbage and Seasonings: Add the thinly sliced green cabbage, ground ginger, low-sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, and granulated sugar to the skillet. Sauté everything together for 5 to 7 minutes until the cabbage is tender but still slightly crisp and the flavors have melded.
  5. Finish and Serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Garnish the dish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve the egg roll in a bowl warm, enjoying the savory and vibrant flavors of this easy skillet meal.

Notes

  • Use lean ground beef (85/15) to reduce excess grease while maintaining flavor.
  • For a lower sodium option, choose low-sodium soy sauce and adjust salt accordingly.
  • To make this recipe vegetarian, substitute ground beef with plant-based crumbles.
  • This dish reheats well and makes great leftovers for meal prep.
  • Adjust the amount of ginger and garlic to your taste preference for more or less intensity.
  • Optional garnishes add both color and texture but can be omitted if unavailable.

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