Description
A quick, healthy, and flavorful 20-minute dish made with savory ground beef, crunchy cabbage, garlic, ginger, and chili flakes. Perfect for a low-carb, gluten-free, and dairy-free dinner option.
Ingredients
3 cups cabbage, chopped
250 g ground beef (about 8 oz)
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp tamari sauce
2 tbsp olive oil
1 1/2 tsp chili flakes
1 tsp ginger, minced
Optional: toasted sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Heat a non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and break it apart as it cooks. Cover with a lid for 4-5 minutes, adding a splash of water if needed to prevent drying out. Ensure no excess water remains before moving on.
- Add the chopped cabbage, chili flakes, 1 garlic clove, 1 tbsp tamari sauce, and 1 tbsp olive oil. Cover and cook for about 3 minutes.
- Remove the lid and add the remaining 1 tbsp tamari sauce, 1 tbsp olive oil, ginger, and the rest of the garlic. Cook for another 4-5 minutes, until any excess liquid evaporates.
- Serve hot, garnished with toasted sesame seeds if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
- Swap ground beef for plant-based protein or tofu for a vegetarian version.
- Add extra vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, or zucchini for more flavor and nutrition.
- Adjust chili flakes and ginger to suit your spice preference.
- To balance spice, add a splash of honey or a pinch of sugar.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Reheat in a skillet with a splash of water or in the microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/3 of recipe)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
