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A healthy ground beef and cabbage stir fry being cooked in a large black skillet, showing the colorful mix of ingredients.

Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry: A 20-Minute Weeknight Wonder

This quick and easy Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry is the perfect 20-minute weeknight dinner. A healthy, low-carb, one-pan meal packed with savory beef, crisp cabbage, and a delicious garlic ginger sauce.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 380
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Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef 85/15 recommended
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil
  • 1/2 medium head green cabbage thinly sliced
  • 1 medium yellow onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup carrots shredded
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce low sodium or tamari
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil toasted
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger grated
  • Sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet or Wok
  • 1 Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and grated ginger. Set aside.
  2. Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain any excess grease.
  3. Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until it begins to soften. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the thinly sliced cabbage and shredded carrots to the skillet. Pour the prepared sauce over everything and stir well to combine.
  5. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender-crisp. Do not overcook.
  6. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, and serve immediately.

Notes

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Variations: Add bell peppers or broccoli for extra veggies, or a teaspoon of sriracha for a spicy kick.