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Egg Roll in a Bowl

All the savory flavors of a classic egg roll deconstructed into a quick one-pan meal with seasoned ground pork, shredded cabbage, and a ginger-sesame sauce - no wrapper needed.

30 minEasyServes 4340 cal/serving

Chinese-AmericanDinnerStovetopLow CarbHigh ProteinGluten-FreeDairy-FreeEgg-FreeNut-FreeShellfish-FreeCorn-Free

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground pork
  • 2 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tsp fresh ginger, minced
  • 6 cups green cabbage, thinly shredded
  • 1 cup carrots, shredded
  • 3 tbsp gluten-free tamari (or coconut aminos)
  • 2 tsp rice vinegar
  • 2 tsp sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
  • 4 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 tsp sesame seeds, toasted

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 2 tsp toasted sesame oil.

  2. 2

    Add 1 lb ground pork and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through to an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C), about 5-6 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.

  3. 3

    Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 2 tsp minced fresh ginger to the pan with the pork. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute until fragrant.

  4. 4

    Add 6 cups thinly shredded green cabbage and 1 cup shredded carrots. Stir-fry over high heat until the cabbage is tender but still has a slight bite, about 4-5 minutes.

  5. 5

    Add 3 tbsp gluten-free tamari (or coconut aminos), 2 tsp rice vinegar, and 2 tsp sriracha sauce (adjust to taste). Toss everything together and cook for 1 more minute.

  6. 6

    Remove from heat. Top with 4 thinly sliced green onions and 2 tsp toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately in bowls.

Questions

How long does Egg Roll in a Bowl keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Egg Roll in a Bowl?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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