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Healthy Chinese Ground Beef Cabbage

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A quick, nutritious dish packed with protein from lean ground beef and plenty of veggies, flavored with garlic, ginger, and soy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 375
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 450 g lean ground beef Use lean ground beef for a healthier option.
  • 1/2 medium green cabbage, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium carrot, julienned
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce For a gluten-free option, use tamari.
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes Adjust to taste for spice level.
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water For thickening the sauce.
  • 2 green onions sliced For garnish.
  • Cooked jasmine rice or brown rice Optional, for serving.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add sesame oil.
  2. Add ground beef to the hot oil and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until thoroughly browned. Drain excess fat if present.
  3. Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the beef. Stir constantly and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add sliced cabbage and julienned carrot. Stir-fry for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the cabbage is slightly softened yet retains some crunch.
  5. Stir in low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, and oyster sauce. Mix thoroughly to integrate flavors.
  6. Pour in cornstarch slurry. Stir continuously for 1 to 2 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and evenly coat the contents.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add crushed red pepper flakes for additional heat if desired.
  8. Remove from heat. Garnish with sliced green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 375kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 28gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3g

Notes

You can serve this dish on its own or on a bed of steamed jasmine or brown rice for a more filling meal. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
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