Description

This Healthy Ground Beef Cabbage Stir-Fry is a quick and flavorful meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Made with lean ground beef, crunchy cabbage, and a delicious umami-packed sauce, this dish is not only high in protein but also low in carbs, making it great for quick high-protein meals. Whether you’re looking for healthy recipes, simple high-protein meals, or a quick and easy dinner recipe with ground beef, this stir-fry is a must-try!

Ingredients

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1 lb (450g) lean ground beef
1 medium head of cabbage, thinly sliced (or 6–8 cups shredded cabbage)
1 medium onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon ginger, grated or finely chopped
2 tablespoons soy sauce (or Tamari for gluten-free)
1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1–2 tablespoons olive oil (for cooking)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh cilantro or green onions, for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

Prepare the Ingredients:
Thinly slice the cabbage and chop the onion, garlic, and ginger. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), sesame oil, vinegar, and honey/maple syrup.
Cook the Ground Beef:
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned. Season with salt and pepper. Add garlic, ginger, and onion, and cook for another 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
Add the Cabbage and Sauces:
Add the cabbage to the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the cabbage softens but still has a slight crunch. Pour in the prepared sauce and toss to coat. Add red pepper flakes (if using) and cook for 2-3 more minutes.

Serve:
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with fresh cilantro or sliced green onions. Serve as is or with steamed jasmine rice or cauliflower rice for a complete meal.

Notes

For a gluten-free version, use Tamari instead of regular soy sauce.
You can adjust the level of heat by adding more or less crushed red pepper flakes.

For extra flavor, consider adding a squeeze of fresh lime juice before serving

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 250
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 75mg