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One-Pan Beef and Cabbage Stir-Fry Recipe

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A quick and flavorful one-pan beef and cabbage stir-fry recipe, perfect for a healthy and satisfying lunch. Ground beef is cooked with aromatic garlic and ginger, then combined with shredded cabbage, carrots, and a savory sesame soy sauce for a delicious meal that can be served over rice, noodles, or low-carb alternatives.

Ingredients

Sauce

  • 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds (optional)
  • 2 tsp light brown sugar, honey, or maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) tamari or gluten-free soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper (or more to taste)
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) water

Stir Fry

  • 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1/2 small green cabbage, finely shredded (approximately 3 cups)
  • 2 medium carrots, sliced into thin matchsticks
  • 4 scallions, thinly chopped
  • 1 tbsp olive, avocado, or any neutral oil
  • 1 tbsp freshly minced ginger, peeled
  • 1/2 lb (225 g) ground beef

Instructions

  1. Prepare the sauce: In a small mixing bowl, combine the toasted sesame oil, tamari or soy sauce, water, rice vinegar, brown sugar (or your chosen alternative), freshly ground black pepper, and toasted sesame seeds if using. Stir vigorously to blend all the ingredients well and set aside.
  2. Cook the aromatics and beef: Warm a large sauté pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Add your choice of oil, then immediately add the chopped garlic, minced ginger, and ground beef. Cook while stirring and breaking apart the meat until it is fully browned and cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  3. Add the vegetables: Once the beef is cooked, add the shredded cabbage and carrot matchsticks to the pan. Stir and cook for about 5 minutes, allowing the vegetables to soften slightly but still retain some crunch.
  4. Combine with sauce and finish cooking: Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet and toss everything well to evenly coat the ingredients. Add the sliced scallions and increase the heat slightly. Continue cooking for an additional 3 to 4 minutes until the sauce thickens a bit and is mostly absorbed by the mixture.
  5. Serve: Remove the pan from heat and serve immediately. Enjoy the dish as-is or over steamed rice, noodles, cauliflower rice, or spiralized zucchini for a lower-carb option.

Notes

  • Use gluten-free tamari or soy sauce to make this recipe gluten-free.
  • For a vegetarian or vegan version, substitute ground beef with crumbled tofu or tempeh.
  • Adjust sweetness and spiciness by modifying brown sugar and black pepper quantities to your taste.
  • Serve over cauliflower rice or spiralized zucchini for a low-carb alternative.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Find it online: https://mealoria.com/one-pan-beef-and-cabbage-stir-fry-recipe/