Low-Carb Mongolian Ground Beef and Cabbage
Low-Carb Mongolian Ground Beef and Cabbage is a delightful dish that brings together savory flavors and wholesome ingredients, making it a perfect choice for a healthy weeknight meal. This one-pan recipe features tender ground beef sautéed with aromatic garlic and ginger, tossed with crunchy cabbage, and coated in a mouthwatering sauce. It’s not just quick to make—ready in under 30 minutes—but also versatile enough to accommodate your favorite vegetables or spice levels. Enjoy it as a standalone dish or serve it with low-carb sides for a nutritious dinner that satisfies your cravings without the carbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar substitute
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 medium head of cabbage, roughly chopped
- 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, using a spatula to break it apart. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add soy sauce, brown sugar substitute, sesame oil, and rice vinegar; mix until the beef is well-coated.
- Fold in chopped cabbage. Cover and cook on medium heat for about 5-7 minutes until cabbage is tender.
- Stir in sliced green onions and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg