Description
Low-Carb Mongolian Ground Beef and Cabbage is a deliciously satisfying dish that brings together savory ground beef and crunchy cabbage, all wrapped in a medley of bold flavors. Perfect for busy weeknights, this quick one-pan meal comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal option for families seeking healthy dinner choices without sacrificing taste. The combination of soy sauce, fresh ginger, and sesame oil provides an authentic Mongolian flair that will impress everyone at your table. With its low-carb profile, you can indulge guilt-free while enjoying every hearty bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar substitute
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 medium head of cabbage, roughly chopped
- 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in soy sauce, brown sugar substitute, sesame oil, and rice vinegar until the beef is well-coated.
- Incorporate chopped cabbage into the mixture. Cover and cook for about 5-7 minutes until tender.
- Uncover and stir in sliced green onions. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired; cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Remove from heat and garnish with sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mongolian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg