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Quick Egg Roll in a Bowl Recipe

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Quick Egg Roll in a Bowl is a flavorful, low-carb dish that captures the classic flavors of an egg roll without the wrapper. Ground beef sautéed with garlic, onions, and shredded cabbage is tossed in a savory Asian-inspired sauce, then garnished with green onions, sesame seeds, and optional crunchy toppings for a satisfying and easy weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey or pork)
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup shredded carrots
  • Coleslaw mix or shredded cabbage and carrots (amount implied about 3-4 cups)

Sauce Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (or coconut aminos)
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup)
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Garnishes

  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • Sesame seeds, for topping
  • Sriracha or chili garlic sauce, for topping (optional)
  • Crispy wonton strips, for topping (optional)
  • Peanuts, chopped, for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Brown the Meat: In a large skillet or wok, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Drain off any excess grease to keep the dish from becoming oily.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the browned meat. Cook until softened and fragrant, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  3. Cook Cabbage and Carrots: Stir in the coleslaw mix or a combination of shredded cabbage and carrots. Cook until the vegetables are slightly softened, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  4. Make Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce or coconut aminos, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey or maple syrup, ground ginger, garlic powder, and optional red pepper flakes.
  5. Combine Sauce with Meat and Veggies: Pour the sauce over the beef and cabbage mixture. Stir well to incorporate all the flavors.
  6. Simmer to Thicken: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for an additional 3 to 5 minutes until the sauce has thickened slightly and the flavors meld together.
  7. Add Garnishes: Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped green onions, sesame seeds, and if desired, sriracha, crispy wonton strips, and chopped peanuts to add texture and extra flavor.
  8. Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately while hot for the best taste and texture.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground turkey or pork for beef to switch up the flavor.
  • If avoiding added sugars, replace honey with a sugar-free sweetener or omit it entirely.
  • For a vegetarian version, swap meat with firm tofu or tempeh and adjust cooking times accordingly.
  • Use coconut aminos as a soy-free alternative to soy sauce for a gluten-free dish.
  • Optional toppings like wonton strips and peanuts add crunch but can be omitted for a lower-carb or allergen-friendly option.

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