Description
Egg Roll in a Bowl (One-Skillet, Keto) is a quick, low-carb, and flavorful dish that captures the classic taste of an egg roll without the wrapper. Ready in under 30 minutes, this one-skillet recipe combines ground meat, crunchy cabbage, garlic, ginger, and savory seasonings for a satisfying keto-friendly meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 lb ground pork, beef, or turkey
Vegetables
- 4 cups finely chopped green cabbage
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 3 green onions, thinly sliced
Seasonings and Sauces
- 2 tbsp soy sauce or coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- Optional: 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Chop the cabbage finely and mince the garlic and ginger. Slice green onions thinly for garnish. Having everything prepped makes the cooking process smooth and quick.
- Brown the Meat: Heat your skillet over medium-high heat and add the ground meat. Cook until browned and no longer pink, breaking it apart with a spatula for even cooking.
- Add Aromatics: Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes, which releases those delicious savory aromas.
- Incorporate the Cabbage: Add the shredded cabbage to the skillet and mix well with the meat and aromatics, allowing it to soften without losing its texture.
- Season to Perfection: Pour in the soy sauce (or coconut aminos) and a drizzle of sesame oil. Toss everything together to evenly coat the ingredients and bring out the full flavor.
- Final Touches: Sprinkle in green onions and red pepper flakes if using. Give it a final stir, then remove from heat and serve warm.
Notes
- Drain excess liquid: If your cabbage releases too much water, drain it off to prevent a soggy dish.
- Use a large skillet: Gives ample room to cook ingredients evenly and avoid overcrowding.
- Fresh aromatics matter: Minced fresh garlic and ginger beat powders for maximum flavor impact.
- Don’t skip the sesame oil: It adds a signature nuttiness that takes the dish to the next level.
- Adjust seasoning last: Taste before serving to tweak salt or sweeteners as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg