Description
This Low-Carb Mongolian Ground Beef and Cabbage is a quick, flavorful, and healthy dish combining savory ground beef, tender cabbage, and aromatic seasonings. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, it’s low-carb, versatile, and ready in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1/2 small onion, finely diced
3 cups green cabbage, shredded
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons soy sauce (or coconut aminos for low sodium)
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the diced onion and garlic to the beef. Cook for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and soft.
- Stir in the shredded cabbage and sauté until slightly wilted, about 5 minutes.
- Add soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, ground ginger, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Mix well and cook for another 2–3 minutes until cabbage is tender.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
For a spicy kick, add extra red pepper flakes or hot sauce.
Use coconut aminos instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free and lower-sodium option.
Swap ground beef with ground turkey, chicken, or plant-based meat for variations.
Pre-shredded cabbage can be used for convenience.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
