A quick and delicious one-pan ground beef and cabbage stir fry packed with juicy seasoned beef, crunchy cabbage, carrots, and fresh green onions. This low-carb comfort meal is full of flavor and perfect for a fast family dinner.

Recipe Details

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Servings: 4
• Difficulty: Easy

 Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1½ lbs ground beef
• 1 medium green cabbage, chopped
• 2 medium carrots, julienned or thinly sliced
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp cooking oil
• 3 green onions, sliced

Sauce Mixture

• ¼ cup soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
• 1 tsp ginger (fresh or powder)
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp red chili flakes (optional)

Garnish (Optional)

• Sesame seeds
• Extra green onions
• Fresh cilantro

 Method

Step 1: Cook the Beef

1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
3. Break the meat into small pieces while cooking.
4. Drain excess grease if needed.

Step 2: Add Aromatics

Add onion and garlic to the beef.

Cook for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.

Step 3: Cook Vegetables

Add:

• Chopped cabbage
• Carrots

Stir fry for 5–8 minutes until cabbage becomes tender but still slightly crisp.

Step 4: Add Sauce

Mix together:

• Soy sauce
• Sesame oil
• Rice vinegar
• Honey
• Ginger
• Pepper
• Chili flakes

Pour over the beef and vegetables.

Stir well and cook for another 2–3 minutes.

Step 5: Finish

Add sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

Serve hot.

 Serving Suggestions

Serve with:

• Steamed rice
• Noodles
• Lettuce wraps
• Fried egg on top
• Cauliflower rice (low-carb option)

 Cooking Tips

• Use high heat for better stir-fry flavor.
• Do not overcook cabbage; keep some crunch.
• Ground turkey or chicken can replace beef.
• Add mushrooms or bell peppers for extra vegetables.
• For spicy flavor, add sriracha or chili oil.

 Storage

Refrigerator:
Store in an airtight container for 3–4 days.

Freezer:
Freeze up to 2 months.

Reheat in a skillet for the best texture.

 Approximate Nutrition Information (Per Serving)

Nutrition values are approximate and depend on ingredients and portion size.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I make this recipe low-carb?

Yes. Use a low-sugar sauce or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce.

2. Can I use chicken instead of beef?

Yes, ground chicken or turkey works very well.

3. How do I prevent watery cabbage?

Cook on medium-high heat and avoid covering the pan.

4. Can I prepare this ahead?

Yes, it reheats very well for meal prep.

5. What cabbage works best?

Green cabbage is best, but napa cabbage also works.

Final Result: A flavorful, healthy, and easy beef cabbage stir fry with savory Asian-inspired flavors—perfect for a quick weeknight meal.