Description
This Egg Roll in a Bowl is a quick, flavorful, and low-carb dish that captures the delicious taste of traditional egg rolls without the wrapper. Featuring savory ground pork sautéed with fresh vegetables and aromatic ginger and garlic, it’s an easy skillet recipe perfect for a healthy weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat
- 1 lb ground pork
Vegetables
- 4 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
Sauces & Oils
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Chop the green onions and shred the cabbage. Grate the carrots and mince the garlic and fresh ginger finely to ensure they release their full flavors during cooking.
- Cook the meat: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the ground pork. Cook the pork, breaking it apart with a spatula, until it is fully browned with no pink remaining, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary to avoid sogginess.
- Sauté vegetables: Add the grated carrots and shredded cabbage to the cooked pork in the skillet. Stir-fry the mixture for about 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften but still retain some crunch and freshness.
- Add aromatics: Stir in the minced garlic, fresh ginger, and chopped green onions. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the garlic and ginger become fragrant, infusing the dish with their warm, spicy notes.
- Season it up: Pour the soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar evenly over the skillet contents. Toss thoroughly to combine all ingredients and flavors. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes so the sauce slightly reduces and flavors meld.
- Serve & enjoy: Scoop the hot egg roll mixture into bowls. Garnish with extra sliced green onions or a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately for best taste and texture.
Notes
- For a lower sodium version, use low-sodium soy sauce.
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for pork if preferred.
- Add a little crushed red pepper flakes for some heat.
- Leftovers store well refrigerated and reheat easily in a skillet or microwave.
- For a gluten-free meal, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
