Chinese Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir-Fry
If you’re in search of a quick, delicious dinner that doesn’t skimp on flavor or nutrition, look no further than this Chinese Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir-Fry. This vibrant dish combines tender ground beef with crisp cabbage, garlic, and ginger, all tossed together in a savory sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends. Not only is it easy to prepare, but it also offers versatility; feel free to customize it with your favorite vegetables or spices. This meal is not only satisfying but nutritious as well, making it a go-to for any family.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-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 your ingredients: chop cabbage, mince garlic and ginger, and slice green onions.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef for about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet and sauté for one minute.
- Stir in chopped cabbage and sauté for an additional five minutes until slightly wilted.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together soy sauce, chicken broth, cornstarch, and sesame oil; pour over the beef and cabbage mixture.
- Cook for another two minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Serve hot with garnishes like green onions or sesame seeds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg