Description
A vibrant and flavorful stir fry featuring lean ground beef, crunchy cabbage, and shredded carrots in a bold, slightly spicy sauce. Quick and easy, this dish is perfect for a wholesome weeknight dinner that’s both satisfying and light.
Ingredients
2 Tbsp soy sauce
1 Tbsp toasted sesame oil
1 Tbsp sriracha
½ Tbsp brown sugar
½ head green cabbage (about 4–6 cups shredded)
2 carrots, shredded
3 green onions, sliced
½ Tbsp neutral cooking oil (e.g., canola or vegetable)
½ lb lean ground beef
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 Tbsp fresh grated ginger
A pinch of salt and pepper
1 Tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
1 Tbsp sriracha (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, sriracha, and brown sugar. Set aside.
- Finely shred half the cabbage (reserve the rest for another use), grate the carrots, slice the green onions, mince the garlic, and grate the ginger.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add cooking oil, lean ground beef, minced garlic, grated ginger, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook until the beef is browned, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the shredded cabbage and carrots. Cook, stirring frequently, until the cabbage reaches your preferred level of tenderness—wilted or slightly firm.
- Pour in the stir fry sauce and add the green onions. Toss everything until well coated and heated through.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds and drizzle extra sriracha if desired. Serve immediately—great on its own or over rice.
Notes
- Protein swap: Try ground turkey, chicken, pork, or crumbled tofu for a vegetarian version.
- Veggie mix: Add bell peppers, snap peas, or broccoli for extra color and nutrients.
- Flavor tweak: Swap sriracha for chili garlic sauce or sambal for a different heat profile.
- Make it saucier: Add a splash of broth or water if you prefer more sauce.
- Garnish twist: Top with sliced avocado, chopped cilantro, or a squeeze of lime for contrast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
