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Mongolian Ground Beef and Cabbage

Savory Mongolian Ground Beef and Cabbage in 25 Minutes!

Enjoy a quick, delicious, and low-carb meal with Mongolian Ground Beef and Cabbage, ready in just 25 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beef
Cuisine: Mongolian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Base
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Substitution: Ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
  • 1 medium Onion Substitution: Shallots or green onions for a milder taste.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh is best, but garlic powder can be a quick alternative.
For the Cabbage and Seasoning
  • 4 cups Cabbage Substitution: Bok choy or kale for a fresh alternative.
  • 3 tbsp Soy Sauce Substitution: Tamari for gluten-free or reduced sodium options.
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil Substitution: Avocado oil for a milder flavor.
  • 2 tbsp Rice Vinegar Substitution: Apple cider vinegar works well.
  • 1 tsp Ground Ginger Fresh ginger is more potent than dried.
For the Final Touch
  • 1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Omit or reduce for a milder dish.
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Pepper

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes. Once hot, add the ground beef and cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart until fully browned. Drain any excess fat.
  2. Add the diced onion and stir into the beef. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion softens. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the shredded cabbage, mixing well with the beef and onion mixture. Cook for about 5 minutes until the cabbage begins to wilt.
  4. Pour in soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, ground ginger, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly for about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat. Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is low in carbs and perfect for weeknight dinners. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.

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