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Easy Chinese Ground Beef & Cabbage Stir Fry

A delicious and quick stir fry that combines savory ground beef, crunchy cabbage, and aromatic spices, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef You can use ground chicken or turkey for a leaner option.
  • 4 cups cabbage, chopped Feel free to swap out with bok choy.
  • 2 cups carrots, shredded
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Green onions, sliced (for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by chopping the cabbage, shredding the carrots, and mincing both the garlic and ginger. Having everything ready will make the cooking process smoother.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Once the beef is browned, add minced garlic and ginger to the skillet. Stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Toss in your chopped cabbage and shredded carrots, stirring well to combine. Continue to cook for another 5 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender but still crunchy.
  5. Pour in the soy sauce and stir to coat all the ingredients evenly. Allow it to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
  6. Remove from heat. Garnish with sliced green onions, serve hot, and enjoy with rice or on its own!

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For freezing, cool completely before transferring to freezer-safe bags or containers, which can last up to 3 months. Reheat in a pan or microwave until warmed through.