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Healthy Chinese Ground Beef Cabbage

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A quick and flavorful dish combining ground beef and tender cabbage, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 450 g lean ground beef Quality ingredients preferred.
  • 1/2 medium green cabbage, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium carrot, julienned
Aromatics
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
Sauces and Seasonings
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil For cooking.
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce Can substitute with hoisin sauce.
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water For thickening the sauce.
Garnish
  • 2 green onions sliced For topping.
  • to taste cooked jasmine rice or brown rice Serve over rice for a complete meal.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add the sesame oil.
  2. Once the oil is hot, add the ground beef. Cook it, breaking it apart with a spatula until it’s thoroughly browned. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Toss in the sliced cabbage and julienned carrot. Stir-fry for 4 to 5 minutes, frequently stirring until the cabbage softens but still has a crunch.
  5. Stir in the low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, and oyster sauce. Mix well to ensure all ingredients are combined.
  6. Pour in the cornstarch slurry, stirring continuously for 1 to 2 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. If you like it spicy, sprinkle in some crushed red pepper flakes.
  8. Remove from heat and add sliced green onions before serving over steamed jasmine or brown rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5g

Notes

Serve with a side of cucumber salad or steamed edamame. This dish stores well in an airtight container for up to three days, and can be frozen for up to three months.
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