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Egg Roll in a Bowl

A cozy, skillet meal combining the flavors of traditional egg rolls without the wrappers, ready in about 20 to 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground pork or ground turkey Pork gives the richest flavor; turkey keeps it lighter.
  • 1 small head green cabbage, thinly sliced About 6 cups, can substitute with spinach or kale.
  • 2 medium carrots, julienned or coarsely grated
  • 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated Or 1 teaspoon ground ginger.
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce Use tamari for gluten-free version.
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil for cooking
  • to taste salt and black pepper
Optional Garnishes
  • to taste sliced scallions
  • to taste sesame seeds
  • to taste red pepper flakes
  • to taste sriracha

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until hot. Add the vegetable oil; it should shimmer.
  2. Add the ground pork to the pan and break it up with a spatula. Cook until it is nicely browned and starting to crisp, about 5 to 7 minutes. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. Push the meat to the side and add the onion, garlic, and ginger. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant.
Cooking
  1. Stir in the carrots and cabbage. Toss frequently for about 3 to 5 minutes until the cabbage is tender and caramelized at the edges.
  2. Pour the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and toasted sesame oil over the mixture. Stir to combine and let flavors meld for another minute. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  3. Turn off the heat and sprinkle sliced scallions and sesame seeds over the top. If desired, add red pepper flakes or a drizzle of sriracha. Serve immediately.

Notes

Cut everything uniformly for even cooking. The recipe allows for various modifications like vegetarian options and spicy versions. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.