Low Carb Mongolian Ground Beef Cabbage Recipe

Low Carb Mongolian Ground Beef Cabbage Recipe

Author: Chef Elsa Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 15 min Total Time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings Category: Dishes Cuisine: Asian Diet: Keto, Low Carb

Description

Description A flavorful, low-carb approach to Mongolian beef featuring ground beef and shredded cabbage, seasoned with soy, sesame, ginger, and garlic.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil (or other high smoke point oil)
  • 1/2 small onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or low-sodium tamari/coconut aminos)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 3 cups green cabbage, shredded
  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
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Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Mince the garlic, finely dice the onion, measure out the ground ginger, shred the green cabbage, and thinly slice the green onions. Set aside the sauce mixture.
  2. Brown the Ground Beef: Heat avocado oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, add ground beef and cook for 6–8 minutes until thoroughly browned.
  3. Sauté Aromatics: Add diced onion to the beef, sauté for 2–3 minutes, then add garlic and ginger, stirring until fragrant.
  4. Add Sauce and Simmer: Pour sauce over beef and aromatics, bring to a gentle simmer for 2–3 minutes.
  5. Sauté the Cabbage: In a separate pan, heat oil and sauté shredded cabbage for 5–8 minutes until tender-crisp.
  6. Combine and Serve: Add beef mixture into the cabbage, toss gently, and serve garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

  1. Notes
  2. For a keto-friendly option, use tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce. Add chili oil for heat if desired.