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Chinese Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry

20-Minute Chinese Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry Your Family Will Devour


  • Author: Sophie Lark
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

A quick and flavorful Chinese-inspired stir fry with ground beef and cabbage.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb (450g) ground beef (80/20 or leaner)
  • 1/2 medium head green cabbage, thinly sliced (or 4 cups shredded)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 2 green onions, sliced (white and green parts separated)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (or hoisin for vegetarian option)
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 tablespoon neutral oil (like avocado or vegetable oil)
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes or chili crisp
  • Optional garnish: sesame seeds, more green onions

Instructions

  1. Prep all ingredients before starting: slice the cabbage, mince the garlic and ginger, and mix the sauce (soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar) in a small bowl.
  2. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the neutral oil, then the ground beef. Cook until browned and cooked through, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed.
  3. Add garlic, ginger, and the white parts of the green onion. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add the shredded cabbage to the pan. Toss with the beef and cook for 3–5 minutes until the cabbage is tender but still crisp.
  5. Pour the prepared sauce into the pan and toss everything together. Cook for 1–2 minutes to let the flavors meld.
  6. Drizzle with sesame oil, toss again, and remove from heat.
  7. Garnish with the green onion tops and sesame seeds. Serve hot with rice or low-carb sides.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
  • For a vegetarian option, replace oyster sauce with hoisin.
  • Adjust spice level with red pepper flakes or chili crisp.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stir Fry
  • Cuisine: Chinese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Chinese stir fry, ground beef, cabbage, quick dinner