Description
A flavorful and quick low carb recipe featuring savory ground beef and tender cabbage in a delicious Mongolian-style sauce. Perfect for weeknights!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil or other high-heat cooking oil
- 1 pound lean ground beef (85/15 or 90/10)
- 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger (or 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger)
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 medium head of green cabbage, thinly sliced (about 4–5 cups)
- For the Sauce:
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 2 tablespoons monk fruit sweetener or erythritol
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch or xanthan gum (for thickening)
- 1/4 cup water
- Optional Garnishes:
- Sliced green onions
- Toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sweetener, rice vinegar, sesame oil, water, and cornstarch (or xanthan gum). Set aside.
- 2. Cook the Ground Beef: Heat avocado oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up, until browned. Drain excess grease.
- 3. Sauté Aromatics: Add sliced onion to the skillet with beef. Cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes. Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 4. Add the Cabbage: Add thinly sliced cabbage to the skillet. Stir and cook until it begins to wilt slightly, about 3-5 minutes.
- 5. Sauce and Simmer: Stir the sauce mixture and pour it over the beef and cabbage. Stir to coat. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- 6. Serve: Remove from heat. Garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds, if desired.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat or in the microwave, adding a splash of water or broth if dry.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: approx. 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g