Ultimate Low-Carb Ground Beef Cabbage Stir Fry
This low-carb ground beef and cabbage stir fry is a quick and healthy meal, packed with savory flavors and tender-crisp vegetables.
Equipment
- large skillet or wok
- small bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef (450g)
- ½ head green cabbage thinly sliced or shredded
- 1 medium onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1-inch piece ginger grated or minced
Sauce
- 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari (for gluten-free)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Other
- 2 tbsp avocado oil or other high-heat cooking oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Green onions chopped (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
Preparation
- Slice cabbage, dice onion, mince garlic, and grate ginger. Whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes for the sauce.
Cooking
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet, brown the ground beef, then drain fat and set aside.
- Add the remaining oil to the skillet, sauté the diced onion for 2-3 minutes until soft.
- Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add shredded cabbage to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, until softened but still crisp.
- Return the cooked beef to the skillet, pour in the sauce, and toss to combine; cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Finishing Touches
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add a pinch more red pepper flakes. You can also add other low-carb vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms.