Egg Roll in a Bowl Recipe

Egg Roll in a Bowl Recipe

If you love eggrolls, this deconstructed Eggroll in a Bowl Recipe will become a favorite. Sauteed ground meat with vegetables in flavor-packed sauce.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound lean ground beef

    we used 85/15

  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
    or to taste
  • ¼ tsp pepper
    or to taste
  • ½ onion

    finely diced

  • 1 carrot

    julienned or coarsely grated

  • 3 garlic cloves

    minced

  • 3 cups cabbage

    thinly sliced

  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tsp sesame oil
  • ½ tsp granulated sugar
  • 1 Tbsp chopped green onion

    optional for garnish

  • 1/4 tsp sesame seeds

    optional for garnish

Directions

  1. 1

    Set a large skillet over medium/high heat and add oil. Once hot, add ground beef and brown until no longer pink, about 5 minutes, breaking up the meat with a spatula as it's cooked. Season with salt and pepper.

  2. 2

    Add onion and carrots and saute until onion is tender, 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the garlic and cook another 30 seconds, stirring constantly.

  3. 3

    Finally add the cabbage, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, and sugar. Continue sauteeing for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until the cabbage is tender.

  4. 4

    Serve garnished with green onion and sesame seeds if desired.

Egg Roll in a Bowl Recipe

Egg Roll in a Bowl Recipe

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About this Recipe

Craving the savory goodness of your favorite egg rolls but without the deep-fried wrapper? This deconstructed Egg Roll in a Bowl recipe delivers all those beloved flavors in a satisfying, fuss-free meal that's perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

This recipe works by cleverly transforming the classic into a hearty bowl, combining lean ground beef with crisp vegetables like cabbage and carrots, all coated in a rich, umami-packed sauce. You get the authentic taste experience efficiently, making it ideal for busy evenings when you desire maximum flavor with minimal effort.

Prepare for a delightful interplay of textures and tastes. You'll discover a harmonious blend of tender ground beef and crisp-tender vegetables, brightened by the aromatic punch of ginger and garlic. The soy sauce and sesame oil-infused sauce binds everything together, creating a profoundly savory and slightly sweet profile that truly mimics the essence of a traditional egg roll filling. This dish is inherently comforting and incredibly flavorful, a truly satisfying experience from the first bite to the last.

While this recipe features lean ground beef, you could easily swap it for ground pork, turkey, or even a plant-based crumble for a vegetarian twist. For extra vegetable crunch, consider adding bell peppers or snow peas. If you're out of fresh ginger, a good quality ground ginger works well, or adjust the amount to your preference. Don't have fine sea salt? Table salt works just as well.

Serve this flavorful Egg Roll in a Bowl as a complete, satisfying meal on its own, perhaps garnished with fresh green onion and a sprinkle of sesame seeds for an appealing presentation.

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