Description
Low-Carb Mongolian Ground Beef and Cabbage is a flavorful, satisfying dish that combines juicy ground beef with tender cabbage in a savory sauce. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, delivering all the classic flavors of Mongolian beef without the carbs. Enjoy this hearty dish guilt-free and impress your family or guests with its vibrant colors and enticing aromas.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 cups green cabbage, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and finely dice garlic and ginger.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet; sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in sliced cabbage and cook for about 5 minutes until slightly wilted but still crunchy.
- Pour in soy sauce and sesame oil; add red pepper flakes to taste. Let simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mongolian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg