Chinese Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir-Fry
Savor the vibrant flavors of this Chinese Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir-Fry, a quick and satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. This dish features tender ground beef paired with crisp cabbage, garlic, and ginger, all coated in a savory sauce. It’s not only easy to prepare but also highly customizable – add your favorite vegetables or adjust the spice level to suit your taste. Serve it over rice or noodles, or even in fresh lettuce wraps for a delightful twist. With its delicious combination of textures and flavors, this stir-fry will quickly become a staple in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 cups chopped green cabbage
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, grated
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by chopping the cabbage, mincing garlic and ginger, and slicing green onions.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef for about 5-7 minutes until fully cooked. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet; cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Stir in chopped cabbage and sauté for another five minutes until slightly wilted yet crunchy.
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, chicken broth, cornstarch, and sesame oil until smooth. Pour over the stir-fry mixture.
- Combine well and cook for another two minutes until the sauce thickens. Serve hot with green onion garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 315
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg