Savory Beef and Cabbage Stir-Fry Bowl
A quick, protein-packed stir-fry featuring lean ground beef, shredded cabbage, and sweet carrots. Tossed in a toasted sesame and soy sauce for a satisfying, low-carb meal.
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Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthAppetite changes
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Before you start
Your 22-minute game plan
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Equipment
Wok · Large skillet
Time saver
This dish develops even better flavor in the fridge, making it a perfect meal prep option that stores well for up to 4 days.
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- 1Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 2Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
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Next: Heat a large skillet or wok over…
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Heat a large skillet or wok over…
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat with a drizzle of cooking oil.
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Add the ground beef
Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula. Season generously with salt, black pepper, ground ginger, and garlic powder. Cook until completely browned, about 5 to 6 minutes.
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Lower the heat to medium
Lower the heat to medium. Fold the shredded green cabbage and carrots into the beef. Toss continuously for 4 to 5 minutes until the cabbage softens and slightly wilts.
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Remove the skillet from the heat
Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the soy sauce and toasted sesame oil, tossing to coat everything evenly.
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Divide the mixture between two bowls and…
Divide the mixture between two bowls and garnish with the sliced scallions before serving.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
Bagged coleslaw mix is a fantastic…
Bagged coleslaw mix is a fantastic shortcut here; use about 14 oz in place of the whole cabbage and carrots to skip the prep work.
This dish develops even better flavor…
This dish develops even better flavor in the fridge, making it a perfect meal prep option that stores well for up to 4 days.
If you find yourself needing more…
If you find yourself needing more carbohydrates for energy, serve this over a half cup of cooked quinoa or brown rice.
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