Low-Carb Mongolian Ground Beef and Cabbage Recipe
This Low-Carb Mongolian Ground Beef and Cabbage recipe combines savory ground beef with tender cabbage and classic Mongolian-inspired flavors like soy sauce, sesame oil, and ginger in a quick and healthy skillet meal perfect for a low-carb diet.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1/2 small onion, finely diced
- 3 cups green cabbage, shredded
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lb ground beef
Seasonings and Sauces
- 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
Garnish
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the Ground Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, stirring occasionally, until fully browned and no longer pink. Drain any excess fat from the skillet to keep the dish lean.
- Sauté Onions and Garlic: Add the finely diced onion and minced garlic to the cooked beef. Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and the mixture is fragrant.
- Add Cabbage: Stir in the shredded green cabbage. Sauté the mixture for about 5 minutes, allowing the cabbage to slightly wilt but retain some texture.
- Season the Dish: Pour in the soy sauce (or coconut aminos), sesame oil, and rice vinegar, then sprinkle in the ground ginger, red pepper flakes if using, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything thoroughly and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the cabbage is tender and the flavors are well combined.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat. Garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds if desired. Serve hot as a satisfying low-carb meal.
Notes
- Use coconut aminos instead of soy sauce for a lower sodium option.
- Red pepper flakes add heat but can be omitted for a milder dish.
- The dish can be served with cauliflower rice for an extra low-carb option.
- Ensure to drain excess fat after browning the beef to keep the recipe low in fat.
- To keep it keto-friendly, avoid adding any sugar or carb-heavy ingredients.
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