Description
Sizzling Korean-inspired Ground Beef Cabbage Stir-Fry delivers bold Asian flavors in a quick, nutritious meal. Fragrant garlic, sesame oil, and savory beef mingle with crisp cabbage, creating a delightful dinner you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (450 grams) lean ground beef
Vegetables:
- 1 medium head of cabbage, thinly sliced (6–8 cups shredded cabbage)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated or finely chopped
Sauces and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Garnish (Optional):
- Fresh cilantro
- Green onions
Instructions
- Finely chop cabbage, onion, garlic, and ginger into uniform pieces to ensure even cooking and balanced flavor distribution.
- Create a vibrant sauce mixture combining soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, vinegar, and honey, whisking until ingredients are thoroughly integrated.
- Preheat a large skillet to medium-high heat, adding olive oil to create a smooth cooking surface for the ground beef.
- Sear ground beef for 5-7 minutes, breaking into crumbly texture and developing rich caramelized edges. Season with salt and pepper during cooking.
- Incorporate minced garlic, ginger, and onion into the beef, stirring constantly for 2-3 minutes to release aromatic flavors and prevent burning.
- Introduce sliced cabbage into the skillet, tossing gently to combine with meat and aromatics. Cook for 5-7 minutes, maintaining a slight crispness in the cabbage.
- Pour prepared sauce over the beef and cabbage mixture, ensuring every ingredient is evenly coated and infused with the savory-sweet liquid.
- Sprinkle red pepper flakes for optional heat, allowing an additional 2-3 minutes of cooking to meld flavors and slightly reduce the sauce.
- Perform a final taste test, adjusting seasoning as needed with additional salt, pepper, or sauce components.
- Plate the stir-fry, garnishing with fresh cilantro or sliced green onions. Serve alongside steamed jasmine rice or cauliflower rice for a complete, nutritious meal.
Notes
- Slice cabbage uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the stir-fry.
- Use high heat to achieve a quick sear on ground beef, which helps develop rich caramelized flavors and prevents meat from becoming tough or watery.
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a lighter protein option that suits different dietary preferences and nutritional needs.
- Add extra vegetables like bell peppers or carrots to boost nutritional value and create a more colorful, vibrant dish that provides additional vitamins and minerals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 387 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 470 mg
- Fat: 29 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg