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Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry

Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry in 30 Minutes Flat

This quick and easy Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry is packed with flavor and nutrients, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce consider using low-sodium
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil can be replaced with canola oil
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha adjust amount according to spice preference
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar honey or maple syrup are suitable substitutes
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar apple cider vinegar can serve as an alternative
For the Stir Fry
  • 4 cups Cabbage both regular green or napa work well
  • 2 medium Carrots should be shredded for even cooking
  • 4 scallions Green Onions slice before use
  • 2 tablespoons Cooking Oil options include grapeseed or vegetable oil
  • 1 pound Ground Beef can be substituted with ground turkey
  • 3 cloves Garlic use fresh cloves for best taste
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger freshly grated is preferred
  • to taste Salt & Pepper adjust as needed
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds optional for garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet or Wok

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Sauce by whisking together soy sauce, sesame oil, sriracha, brown sugar, and rice vinegar until fully dissolved.
  2. Shred the cabbage and carrots, then slice the green onions. Mince the garlic and grate the ginger.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  4. Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart as it cooks for 2-3 minutes until browned.
  5. Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Add shredded cabbage and carrots, stir-frying for 3-4 minutes until cabbage softens slightly.
  7. Pour prepared sauce over the mixture, stirring well and cooking for another minute.
  8. Fold sliced green onions into the stir fry for about 30 seconds, then serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Prep all ingredients beforehand for a smooth cooking process. Avoid overcrowding the skillet for better browning.

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