Healthy Chinese Ground Beef & Cabbage Stir Fry
A quick and delicious stir fry packed with lean ground beef and fresh vegetables, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef (90% lean or higher) Use lean ground beef to keep the dish healthy.
- ½ head green cabbage, thinly sliced Slice thinly for quicker cooking.
- 1 medium carrot, julienned Julienne for better texture.
- 3 cloves garlic, minced Minced for flavor.
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced Minced for flavor.
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce Adjust to taste; low-sodium option available.
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil For cooking.
- to taste Salt and pepper Season to preference.
- Optional: green onions and sesame seeds for garnish Garnish for serving.
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- In a large skillet, heat the sesame oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula.
- Add the minced garlic and ginger, and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the sliced cabbage and julienned carrot, and cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Pour in the soy sauce, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook for an additional 2 minutes to combine all flavors.
- Serve hot, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop.