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Egg Roll in a Bowl

Savory Egg Roll in a Bowl: Your Quick Low-Carb Dinner Fix

Egg Roll in a Bowl captures bold flavors without wrappers, making it a quick, satisfying low-carb meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Protein
  • 1 lb lean ground beef (85/15) Can swap for ground chicken, turkey, or pork.
For the Vegetables
  • ½ medium onion, finely diced
  • 1 medium carrot, julienned or coarsely grated Can use pre-packaged coleslaw mix.
  • 3 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced Can replace with coleslaw mix.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic is recommended.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil Can swap with other oils.
  • ½ tsp fine sea salt Adjust to your taste.
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp ground ginger Fresh ginger can be used.
  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce Coconut aminos for keto-friendly substitute.
  • 2 tsp sesame oil Reduce for a lighter flavor.
  • ½ tsp granulated sugar Omit for keto-friendly version.
For Garnish
  • 1 Tbsp chopped green onion (optional)
  • ¼ tsp sesame seeds (optional)

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for about 1 minute.
  2. Add ground beef, breaking apart with a spatula. Cook for about 5 minutes until browned.
  3. Season with salt and pepper, then stir in onion and carrot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until onion is translucent.
  4. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
  5. Mix in cabbage, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, and sugar. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until cabbage is tender yet crisp.
  6. Remove from heat and optionally garnish with green onion and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 180IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Prep ingredients first for a seamless cooking experience. Adjust seasonings as desired. Use fresh garlic for the best flavor.

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