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Bowl of quick beef and cabbage stir fry with colorful vegetables
Clara Whitley

Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry

A quick and flavorful stir fry featuring tender beef and crisp cabbage, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 4 cups chopped green cabbage Substitutable with Napa cabbage or kale
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced or grated
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce Low-sodium is great
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil Can use any cooking oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: sliced carrots, bell peppers, or other favorite veggies
Garnish
  • Optional: sesame seeds and green onions for garnish

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
  2. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it apart, until browned (5-7 minutes).
  3. If needed, drain excess fat, then add sliced onions, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until onions soften.
  4. Add chopped cabbage (and any additional vegetables), stir well, and cook for 5-7 minutes until cabbage is tender but still crunchy.
  5. Season with soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix well and allow flavors to meld for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3g

Notes

This dish can be served on its own or with jasmine rice or quinoa. For a spicy kick, drizzle with sriracha. Use chicken or tofu for a different protein, and add rice vinegar for a tangy flavor. Leftovers last up to 3 days in the fridge.

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