Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground pork or chicken
- 3 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots (optional for a touch of sweetness)
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari (for a gluten-free option)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
- Red pepper flakes or sriracha (to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by dicing the garlic and ginger, shredding the vegetables, and setting all your ingredients within arm’s reach for efficient cooking.
- Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and ginger, sautéing until fragrant, about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
- Add the ground pork or chicken to the skillet. Cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the shredded cabbage, carrots, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and seasonings. Cook until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized, about 5-8 minutes.
- Remove from heat, sprinkle with sliced green onions, and drizzle with extra sesame oil if desired. For an extra kick, add red pepper flakes or a drizzle of sriracha.
Notes
- You can store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or sauté in a skillet until warmed through.
- This dish freezes well—store in a freezer-safe container for up to 1 month and thaw before reheating.
- Feel free to customize with additional vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, or snap peas.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute ground meat with crumbled tofu or tempeh and add soy or hoisin sauce for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
- Diet: Low-Carb, Keto-Friendly
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 320 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg