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Low-Carb Mongolian Ground Beef with Cabbage served in a bowl

Low-Carb Mongolian Ground Beef and Cabbage

Savory, slightly sweet, and tangy, this low-carb skillet dinner comes together in under 30 minutes, featuring ground beef and seasonal cabbage.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Low-Carb
Calories: 270

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef (85/15 or 90/10) Use leaner beef for less grease.
  • ½ small onion, finely diced
  • 3 cups green cabbage, shredded
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
Seasoning and sauces
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or coconut aminos for low sodium)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • to taste Salt and black pepper
Garnishes
  • 2 green onions sliced For garnish.
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (optional) For garnish.

Method
 

Brown the beef
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and break it up with a spatula. Brown the ground beef until fully cooked and no pink remains, stirring occasionally. Drain any excess fat.
Add aromatics
  1. Return the skillet to medium heat and add the diced onion and garlic to the cooked beef. Cook for 2–3 minutes until the onion is softened.
Add the cabbage
  1. Stir in the shredded cabbage and sauté until slightly wilted, about 5 minutes. Add water or beef broth if the skillet gets dry.
Season and finish
  1. Add soy sauce (or coconut aminos), sesame oil, rice vinegar, ground ginger, red pepper flakes, and salt and black pepper. Mix well and cook for another 2–3 minutes until the cabbage is tender.
Garnish and serve
  1. Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve hot.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheats well on stovetop or microwave. For freezer, portion into containers and store for up to 3 months.