Easy Asian Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry Recipe
This Easy Asian Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful dish that combines savory ground beef with crunchy cabbage and a tangy, slightly spicy sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, this stir fry is perfect for a weeknight dinner and serves up a balanced meal with minimal fuss.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish, Stir Fry
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Sauce Ingredients
- 1/2 cup coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
Main Ingredients
- 1 tbsp avocado oil (or your favorite cooking oil)
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 inch ginger (grated)
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 head of cabbage (thinly sliced – about 8 cups)
- 1/2 cup shredded carrot
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- Green onion slices (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, stir together the coconut aminos, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and crushed red pepper flakes. Set this sauce mixture aside as it will be added later to infuse flavor into the stir fry.
- Cook the onion: Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring frequently, until the onion becomes translucent and slightly soft, approximately 5 minutes. This step builds a flavorful base for the dish.
- Add ginger, garlic, and ground beef: Stir in the grated ginger and minced garlic into the skillet and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Then add the ground beef, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Continue cooking until the beef is fully browned, about 5 minutes. This ensures the beef is cooked through and well incorporated with the aromatics.
- Incorporate vegetables and sauce: Add the thinly sliced cabbage, shredded carrot, and sauce mixture to the skillet. Stir everything together and cook until the cabbage is wilted and tender, and the sauce has reduced slightly, about 5 minutes. This step melds all the flavors and softens the vegetables to create a balanced texture.
- Season and garnish: Taste the stir fry and add salt and pepper as needed. Serve the dish warm, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds for added crunch and flavor.
Notes
- Use coconut aminos as a soy-free alternative to soy sauce for a gluten-free option.
- You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner version.
- Adjust crushed red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level.
- For a vegetarian version, swap ground beef for crumbled tofu or tempeh.
- To save time, prep vegetables ahead or use pre-shredded carrots and pre-sliced cabbage.
