Description
This Easy Asian Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner perfect for busy schedules. Featuring tender ground beef, crisp cabbage, and vibrant seasonings like ginger, garlic, and a savory coconut aminos-based sauce, this dish comes together in about 25 minutes. It’s a wholesome, low-carb meal that’s delicious served on its own or with a side of steamed rice or noodles.
Ingredients
Scale
Sauce
- 1/2 cup coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
Stir Fry
- 1 tbsp avocado oil or your favorite cooking oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 head of cabbage, thinly sliced (about 8 cups)
- 1/2 cup shredded carrot
- Salt & pepper to taste
Garnish
- Green onion slices
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the coconut aminos, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir well and set aside to let the flavors meld while you get the stir fry ready.
- Sauté Onions: Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent and softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add Aromatics: Stir in the grated ginger and minced garlic, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant. This step helps release the flavors of the aromatics and infuses the oil.
- Brown the Ground Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, for about 5 minutes until fully browned and no longer pink.
- Cook Vegetables with Sauce: Add the thinly sliced cabbage and shredded carrot to the skillet, then pour in the prepared sauce. Toss everything together and cook for about 5 minutes, allowing the cabbage to wilt and the sauce to reduce slightly for concentrated flavor.
- Season and Garnish: Taste the stir fry and season with salt and pepper as desired. Serve warm, garnished with freshly sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds for extra flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner protein option.
- For extra heat, add more crushed red pepper flakes or a dash of sriracha to the sauce.
- Serve over steamed rice or cauliflower rice for a complete meal.
- Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat nicely in a skillet or microwave.
