Low-Carb Mongolian Ground Beef and Cabbage
Low-Carb Mongolian Ground Beef and Cabbage is a delicious and satisfying dish that makes for an ideal weeknight meal. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this flavorful stir-fry featuring tender ground beef, crunchy cabbage, and aromatic seasonings, all cooked in one skillet for minimal cleanup. The savory blend of garlic, ginger, and soy sauce elevates the taste while keeping it low-carb and healthy. This recipe is versatile, allowing you to customize it with your favorite vegetables or proteins, making it perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar substitute (like Swerve or monk fruit)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 medium head of cabbage, roughly chopped
- 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Red pepper flakes for added heat
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned.
- Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; sauté for 1-2 minutes.
- Add soy sauce, brown sugar substitute, sesame oil, and rice vinegar; mix well.
- Fold in chopped cabbage and cover; cook for about 5-7 minutes until tender.
- Stir in green onions; season with salt and pepper. Cook an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg