Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir-Fry
A quick, hearty, and healthy one-pan meal that combines savory ground beef with tender-crisp cabbage and bold stir-fry flavors. Perfect for weeknights or meal prep.
Equipment
- large skillet or wok
- cutting board
- chef's knife
- spatula or wooden spoon
- mixing bowl (optional)
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef (90% lean)
- 1/2 medium green cabbage, thinly sliced (about 4 cups)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp brown sugar (optional)
- 1/4 tsp chili flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil for cooking
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 5–7 minutes. Break it up as it cooks.
- Add chopped onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and brown sugar (if using).
- Add sliced cabbage and toss to coat with the sauce. Stir-fry for 5–7 minutes until cabbage softens but retains crunch.
- Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and chili flakes as desired.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions.
- Serve hot over rice, noodles, or on its own.
Notes
To make it keto-friendly, skip the brown sugar and serve on its own or over cauliflower rice. For extra flavor, add a drizzle of chili oil or a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds. This stir-fry reheats beautifully—store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 27gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 560mgPotassium: 320mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2.5mg