The Anti-Inflammatory Healthy Chinese Ground Beef & Cabbage Stir Fry has a bold texture and savory flavors. We prepare this stir-fry with lean ground beef, green cabbage, carrots, garlic, fresh ginger, sesame oil, low-sodium soy sauce or tamari, rice vinegar, a small amount of honey, green onions, chili flakes, and sesame seeds. There are approximately 320 calories and 24 g of protein. We make this stir-fry in just thirty minutes with simple stovetop cooking. The Anti-Inflammatory Healthy Chinese Ground Beef & Cabbage Stir Fry is ideal for busy weeknight dinners, meal prep routines, high-protein diets, gut-friendly eating plans, weight-management meals, and clean-eating lifestyles. Store this stir-fry in the refrigerator for just four days, and it also freezes properly for more than 2 months, although fresh texture is best. Serve this stir-fry with Steamed Jasmine Rice, Cauliflower Rice Bowls, Quinoa Power Plates, Lettuce Wraps, or Garlic Sautéed Noodles.
STATS:
- Course: Main Dish
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Diet: Anti-Inflammatory
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cuisine: Chinese
- Cook time: 15 minutes
- Portion size: 1 bowl
- Cooking mode: Stovetop
- Total servings: 4
- Difficulty level: Easy
- Total time: 30 minutes
TOOLS:
- Large wok
- Knife
- Wooden spatula
- Bowl
- Measuring spoons
- Cutting board
- Garlic press
INGREDIENTS:
- 500 g ground beef
- 3 cups green cabbage
- 1 carrot
- 3 pieces of garlic
- 1 tbsp ginger
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp chili flakes
- Black pepper
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
- 2 green onions
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- Salt
INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR SUBSTITUTIONS:
GROUND BEEF:
- We have to utilize ground beef, as it provides a rich, juicy texture and high protein content. As a replacement, you can use ground turkey, chicken, or plant-based mince.
CABBAGE:
- Use cabbage, which adds crunch, fiber, and gut-friendly nutrients. You can swap it with kale, bok choy, or Napa cabbage.
SOY SAUCE:
- We use soy sauce to deliver a deep umami flavor and savory balance. As another choice, you might use coconut aminos.
SESAME OIL:
- Utilize sesame oil to provide a nutty aroma and authentic Asian flavor. It can be substituted with olive oil plus a pinch of toasted seeds.
CARROT:
- We add carrots for natural sweetness, color, and crunch. You can switch it with bell peppers or zucchini.
HONEY/MAPLE SYRUP:
- We use honey or maple syrup to balance acidity and saltiness. As further choices, you may utilize date syrup or simply omit it.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Warm the oil in a wok.
- Cook the ground beef till browned and cut into pieces after cooking.
- Whisk in ginger and garlic.
- Slowly cook them till it is frangrant, for almost two minutes.
- Include the carrots & cook till they are softer, for almost three minutes.
- Stir-fry the shredded cabbage till it starts to soften, although it maintains a little bit of crispness.
- Whisk sweetener, soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar in a dish.
- Spread the sauce on the stir-fry and mix perfectly to coat uniformly.
- Include pepper, chili flakes, and salt.
- Cook till all the elements are properly whisked, for an additional two minutes.
- Serve this stir-fry with sesame seeds & green onions.
TIPS:
- We utilize lean beef to maintain a light texture.
- Cook it immediately for real stir-fry flavor.
- Include mushrooms for additional fiber content and umami flavor.
- Avoid cooking the cabbage to maintain nutrients and a crunchy texture.
- Use fresh ginger to boost the anti-inflammatory qualities.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put this stir-fry in a closed box and stock it for only three days.
FREEZER:
- Store this stir-fry for nearly sixty days.
FAQs:
May we make this stir-fry spicier?
- Yes, you can include sriracha, chili paste, or fresh chilies.
Could we prepare this stir-fry earlier?
- Yes, you can make this stir-fry earlier, as it refrigerates for just three days.
Will we prepare this stir-fry vegetarian?
Yes, you can use mushrooms, tofu, or tempeh instead of beef.
NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Calories: 320 kcal
Sodium: 580 mg
Net carbs: 10 g
Fiber: 3 g
Sugar: 4 g
Fats: 20 g
Proteins: 24 g
Portion Size: 1.5 cups
Total carbs: 13 g
