Description
Picture this: juicy ground beef sizzling with garlic, ginger, and a little soy magic, tossed with tender-crisp cabbage for the ultimate weeknight stir-fry. This Chinese Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry is the answer to “what’s for dinner?” when you want something hearty, healthy-ish, and ridiculously fast. It’s got that irresistible savory-sweet flavor going on, and it tastes just as good (if not better) the next day.
Ingredients
For the Stir Fry:
1 lb ground beef (lean, like 85/15)
1 small head green cabbage, thinly sliced
1 small onion, sliced
2–3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
For the Sauce:
3 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
1 tbsp oyster sauce (or hoisin sauce)
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp sesame oil
1–2 tsp brown sugar (optional, if you like a little sweetness)
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, brown sugar, and red pepper flakes. Set it aside so you’re ready to go.
Step 2: Brown the Beef
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until browned and no longer pink (about 5–7 minutes). Drain any excess fat if needed.
Step 3: Add Flavor
Toss in the minced garlic, ginger, and onion.
Sauté for about 2–3 minutes until everything smells insanely good.
Step 4: Cabbage Time
Add the sliced cabbage to the pan.
Cook, tossing frequently, for about 5–7 minutes until the cabbage softens but still has a little bite.
Step 5: Sauce It Up
Pour the sauce over the beef and cabbage.
Toss everything together so it’s all beautifully coated and heated through.
Step 6: Finish and Serve
Sprinkle with sliced green onions for a fresh pop.
Serve hot, maybe over steamed rice, cauliflower rice, or straight from the pan — we don’t judge.
Notes
Over white or brown rice for a classic bowl situation.
Wrapped in lettuce leaves for a low-carb option.
Stuffed into a tortilla for an epic Asian-fusion taco
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: ~350 calories
- Protein: ~25g