Chinese Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir-Fry
Experience the vibrant flavors of a quick and nutritious meal with this Chinese Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir-Fry. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a delicious dish that perfectly balances tender ground beef with crisp cabbage, enhanced by fragrant garlic and ginger. This stir-fry is not only family-friendly but also customizable to suit your taste preferences—add extra veggies, swap proteins, or spice it up for an exciting twist. Ideal for busy weeknights, this wholesome meal packs in protein and essential nutrients, making it a satisfying choice for everyone at the table. Enjoy the ease of preparation and the delightful flavors in every bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
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- 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: chop cabbage, mince garlic and ginger, slice green onions.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat; add ground beef and cook for 5–7 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; sauté for one minute until fragrant.
- Add chopped cabbage; sauté for another five minutes until slightly wilted but still crunchy.
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, chicken broth, cornstarch, and sesame oil until smooth; pour over beef and cabbage mixture.
- Cook for an additional two minutes until sauce thickens; serve hot garnished with fresh green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg