Classic Low-Carb Ground Beef Cabbage Stir Fry
This classic low-carb ground beef and cabbage stir fry is a quick and delicious meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner, packed with savory flavors and fresh vegetables.
Equipment
- large skillet or wok
- small bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef (80/20 or 90/10)
- 1 small head green cabbage (about 2 lbs), shredded or thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
Stir-Fry Sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon erythritol or preferred low-carb sweetener (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Garnish
- Green onions sliced, for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Shred the cabbage, mince the garlic, and grate the ginger.
- Combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and optional erythritol and red pepper flakes in a small bowl to make the stir-fry sauce.
Cooking
- Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and brown the ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Drain any excess fat from the cooked beef.
- Reduce heat to medium, then add minced garlic and grated ginger to the beef; sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the shredded cabbage to the skillet and toss everything together, cooking for 5-7 minutes until the cabbage is tender-crisp.
- Pour the prepared stir-fry sauce over the beef and cabbage, tossing constantly for 1-2 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken and coat.
Serving
- Remove from heat, garnish with sliced green onions, and serve immediately.
Notes
For a spicier kick, increase the amount of red pepper flakes. You can also add other low-carb vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms for more variety.