Description
This Chinese ground beef and cabbage stir-fry is a quick, flavorful, and budget-friendly dish made with tender ground beef, crisp cabbage, and a savory sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for a weeknight meal. Serve it over rice or enjoy it on its own for a low-carb option.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef
- ½ head cabbage, shredded
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 green onion, sliced (for garnish)
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
- 2 cups cooked rice (for serving, optional)
Instructions
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Cook the Ground Beef:
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned. Drain excess grease if necessary. -
Add Aromatics:
Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. -
Cook the Cabbage:
Add shredded cabbage and stir well. Cook for 5-6 minutes until softened. -
Add Sauce Ingredients:
Pour in soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir to combine and cook for another 2 minutes. -
Serve:
Remove from heat, garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, and serve hot over rice or enjoy on its own.
Notes
- Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in a skillet or microwave.
- Freezing: Allow to cool, then freeze in a sealed container for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Substitutions: Swap ground beef for ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
- Spicy Version: Increase red pepper flakes or add a drizzle of Sriracha.
- Low-Carb Option: Serve without rice or pair with cauliflower rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: Approximately 320 per serving (without rice)