Chinese Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir-Fry

Why Make This Recipe

Chinese Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir-Fry is a quick and satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. This dish is flavorful, packed with nutrients, and uses simple ingredients you might already have in your pantry. It’s an excellent way to enjoy delicious food without a lot of fuss or complicated cooking techniques. Plus, it’s a one-pan meal, making cleanup easy!

How to Make Chinese Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir-Fry

Ingredients:

• 1 lb lean ground beef
• 4 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
• 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 3 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
• 1 tsp sesame oil

Directions:

1. Prepare your ingredients: Mince garlic and ginger, and slice cabbage into thin strips.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
3. Add ground beef to the skillet; cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
4. Stir in garlic and ginger; sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
5. Add sliced cabbage; cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly wilted.
6. Pour in soy sauce; mix well and let cook for another 2-3 minutes.
7. Drizzle sesame oil over the stir-fry before serving and top with chopped green onions.

How to Serve Chinese Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir-Fry

Serve this stir-fry hot, straight from the skillet. You can enjoy it on its own or serve it over a bed of rice or noodles for a more filling meal. Garnish with extra green onions for a pop of color and flavor.

How to Store Chinese Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir-Fry

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will keep well for 3-4 days. To reheat, simply warm it in a skillet or microwave until heated through.

Tips to Make Chinese Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir-Fry

• Use lean ground beef to keep the dish healthier.
• Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, or snap peas for extra nutrition and color.
• If you like it spicy, add some red pepper flakes or a dash of Sriracha sauce.

Variation

You can swap the ground beef for ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option. This dish works well with other proteins too, like tofu for a vegetarian twist.

FAQs

Can I use frozen cabbage for this recipe?
Yes, you can use frozen cabbage. Just make sure to thaw it and drain any excess moisture before cooking.

Is this dish gluten-free?
To make it gluten-free, use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari instead of regular soy sauce.

Can I make this dish ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare this dish a day in advance. Just reheat it on the stovetop or in the microwave before serving.

Chinese Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir-Fry

A quick and satisfying one-pan meal featuring lean ground beef and fresh cabbage, seasoned with garlic, ginger, and soy sauce.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Chinese

Calories: 350

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main ingredients

• 1 lb lean ground beef Use lean ground beef to keep the dish healthier.
• 4 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced Can use frozen cabbage if thawed and drained.
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 inch piece fresh ginger, grated
• 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce Use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free version.
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil For cooking.
• 3 pieces green onions, chopped (for garnish) Add more for garnish if desired.
• 1 tsp sesame oil Drizzle before serving.

Method

 

Preparation

1. Mince garlic and ginger, and slice cabbage into thin strips.

Cooking

1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
2. Add ground beef to the skillet; cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
3. Stir in garlic and ginger; sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Add sliced cabbage; cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly wilted.
5. Pour in soy sauce; mix well and let cook for another 2-3 minutes.
6. Drizzle sesame oil over the stir-fry before serving and top with chopped green onions.

Notes

Serve hot, either on its own or over a bed of rice or noodles. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. To reheat, simply warm it in a skillet or microwave until heated through.