Low Carb Mongolian Ground Beef Cabbage
This cozy and hearty dish is a low-carb skillet meal that highlights the sweetness of cabbage with savory Mongolian-style sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or potlucks.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds ground beef (use 80/20 for flavor)
- 1 small head green cabbage, thinly sliced (about 6 cups)
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons neutral oil (or avocado oil)
- 1/4 cup tamari or soy sauce alternative
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar substitute (like allulose or erythritol)
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 green onions, sliced for garnish
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Thinly slice the cabbage and onion. Mince garlic and grate ginger.
- In a small bowl, whisk together tamari, rice vinegar, brown sugar substitute, and a splash of water — set aside.
Cooking
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until nicely browned (about 6–8 minutes). Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Drain excess fat if desired.
- Push beef to one side and add onions and garlic to the pan. Cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
- Add sliced cabbage and toss to combine. Cook until cabbage is tender-crisp, about 5–7 minutes.
- Pour the sauce over the beef and cabbage, stirring to coat everything evenly.
- Cook for another 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and flavors meld.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
Tips for success: Don’t overcrowd the pan for maximum flavor. Slice uniformly for even cooking. Adjust sweetness to your taste preference.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
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