Healthy Chinese Ground Beef Cabbage
This Healthy Chinese Ground Beef Cabbage dish is easy to make and packed with flavor, combining lean ground beef, fresh veggies, and a tasty sauce for a balanced meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 450 g lean ground beef Use extra lean ground beef for a lighter dish.
- 1/2 medium green cabbage, thinly sliced Feel free to use other types of cabbage like savoy or napa.
- 1 medium carrot, julienned You can add more vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas.
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil For a richer flavor.
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce Use a gluten-free alternative to make it gluten-free.
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes Adjust according to your heat preference.
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water This will help thicken the sauce.
- Cooked jasmine rice or brown rice To serve with the dish.
Instructions
Cooking
- Heat a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add the sesame oil.
- Add the ground beef to the hot oil and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula until it is thoroughly browned. Drain any excess fat if present.
- Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the sliced cabbage and julienned carrot. Stir-fry for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring often, until the cabbage is slightly softened but still has some crunch.
- Mix in the low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, and oyster sauce. Stir well to combine the flavors.
- Pour in the cornstarch slurry and stir continuously for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients evenly.
- Taste the dish and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding crushed red pepper flakes for more heat if desired.
- Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions.
- Serve right away on its own or over cooked jasmine or brown rice.
Notes
If storing leftovers, let the dish cool to room temperature before placing it in an airtight container. It can be kept in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5g
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