Egg Roll Stir Fry
This recipe is a low-carb, quick, and easy meal that’s packed with flavor. You can even use a pre-shredded cole slaw mix from the store to save time!
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground lean pork
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 1 small head of cabbage, shredded (or a pre-shredded cole slaw mix)
- 3 carrots, shredded
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions:
- Cook the Pork and Onions:
- Heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the thinly sliced onions and ground pork to the skillet.
- Cook, breaking up the pork with a spatula, until the meat is cooked through and the onions are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Transfer the cooked pork and onions to a bowl and set aside.
- Cook the Vegetables:
- Return the skillet to the heat and add the remaining 1 teaspoon of olive oil.
- Add the shredded cabbage and carrots to the skillet.
- Cook, stirring regularly, until the cabbage is softened and wilted, about 5-7 minutes.
- Prepare the Sauce:
- In a small bowl, combine the toasted sesame oil, rice vinegar, low sodium soy sauce, minced garlic, minced ginger, and black pepper. Stir well to mix.
- Combine and Finish Cooking:
- Reduce the heat to medium.
- Return the cooked pork and onions to the skillet with the cabbage and carrots.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the contents of the skillet.
- Stir well to combine all the ingredients, ensuring that the sauce evenly coats the meat and vegetables.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until everything is heated through and well combined.
- Serve:
- Serve the Egg Roll Stir Fry hot, either on its own or over a bed of cauliflower rice for an extra low-carb option.
Enjoy your flavorful and nutritious Egg Roll Stir Fry!