Description
Enjoy a savory, nutrient-dense dinner that recreates your favorite takeout flavors without the excess carbs. This Mongolian-inspired dish features browned ground beef and crisp, fresh cabbage tossed in a bold, aromatic garlic-ginger sauce. It is a quick, one-pan meal perfect for busy weeknights, offering a balanced sweet and salty profile while keeping your blood sugar stable. High in protein and fiber, this satisfying low-carb dinner is as healthy as it is delicious.
Ingredients
1 lb Ground Beef
1/2 Large head cabbage, chopped
1 tbsp Sesame oil
8 cloves Garlic, minced
1 tbsp Fresh ginger, minced
1/2 tsp Red pepper flakes
2 tbsp Brown sugar substitute
1/2 cup Low-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup Hoisin sauce
1 cup Beef broth
3 tsp Cornstarch
1/3 cup Green onions, sliced
Instructions
Wash the cabbage and slice into bite-sized shards.
Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula.
Drain excess fat if needed.
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, beef broth, cornstarch, brown sugar substitute, minced garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes.
Add the chopped cabbage to the beef and stir-fry until slightly wilted but still crunchy.
Pour the prepared sauce over the beef and cabbage mixture.
Simmer for 3-5 minutes until the sauce has thickened and coats the ingredients.
Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet or microwave. For extra flavor, sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion