Egg Roll in a Bowl | Easy Low Carb Ground Beef Dinner
A low-carb skillet meal that recreates the bold flavors of egg rolls with seasoned ground beef, crispy cabbage, sweet onions, carrots, and bright citrus-kissed seasonings. This fast, flexible dish balances savory and tangy flavors for a weeknight solution with Asian-American roots.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small sweet onion, finely diced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 3 garlic cloves, finely minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, finely minced
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Brown ground beef in the pan, breaking into small pieces until fully cooked
- Add sweet onion, carrots, garlic, and ginger; sauté until vegetables soften
- Sprinkle salt and black pepper over the mixture
- Deglaze with chicken broth and soy sauce, stirring to combine
- Cook for 5 minutes, then reduce heat to medium
- Add rice vinegar and another 1 tablespoon olive oil, stirring to coat
- Serve in bowls with steamed rice, noodles, or as a standalone skillet meal
Notes
Adjust salt to taste depending on sodium content in soy sauce and broth
Use ground chicken or turkey for alternative protein options
Nappa cabbage provides a softer texture than green cabbage
Leftovers freeze well in airtight containers for up to 3 months
Use ground chicken or turkey for alternative protein options
Nappa cabbage provides a softer texture than green cabbage
Leftovers freeze well in airtight containers for up to 3 months
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 3600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g
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