Description
Healthy Chinese Ground Beef Cabbage is a quick, nutritious stir-fry combining lean ground beef and crisp cabbage with savory Chinese seasonings. Ready in under 30 minutes, this flavorful and balanced meal is perfect for weeknights, offering protein, fiber, and bold taste that’s family-friendly and adaptable to your preferences.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 cups fresh cabbage, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: Finely chop the cabbage and slice the green onions while mincing the garlic and ginger. Having all ingredients ready helps the cooking process go quickly and smoothly.
- Brown the Ground Beef: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the ground beef. Cook until browned and cooked through, breaking it apart with a spatula to ensure even texture.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add minced garlic and ginger to the beef and stir briefly, cooking just until fragrant to infuse the dish with warm, layered flavors.
- Add Cabbage and Seasoning: Toss in the shredded cabbage along with soy sauce, rice vinegar, and optional red pepper flakes. Stir-fry until the cabbage softens slightly but retains some crunch.
- Finish with Green Onions and Sesame Oil: Turn off the heat and stir in the sliced green onions and a drizzle of toasted sesame oil to add aroma and richness right before serving.
Notes
- Choose lean ground beef to reduce excess fat while keeping the dish hearty.
- Don’t overcook cabbage; keep it crisp-tender to maintain texture and vibrant color.
- Use fresh garlic and ginger for a significant boost in flavor intensity.
- Add sesame oil at the end to preserve its delicate nuttiness instead of cooking it over heat.
- Taste and adjust seasoning gradually to balance saltiness, acidity, and spice perfectly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg