Healthy Chinese Ground Beef Cabbage (Print Version)
Savory ground beef with crisp cabbage and carrots tossed in an aromatic, flavorful stir fry with hints of ginger.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Components
01 -
450 g lean ground beef
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1/2 medium green cabbage, thinly sliced
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1 medium carrot, julienned
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1 tablespoon sesame oil
→ Aromatics
05 -
3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
→ Sauces and Seasonings
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2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
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1 tablespoon rice vinegar
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1 tablespoon oyster sauce
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1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
→ Thickener
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1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
→ Garnish
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2 green onions, sliced
→ To Serve
13 -
Cooked jasmine rice or brown rice
# Instructions:
01 -
Heat a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add sesame oil.
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Add ground beef to the hot oil and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until thoroughly browned. Drain excess fat if present.
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Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the beef. Stir constantly and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Add sliced cabbage and julienned carrot. Stir-fry for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the cabbage is slightly softened yet retains some crunch.
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Stir in low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, and oyster sauce. Mix thoroughly to integrate flavors.
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Pour in cornstarch slurry. Stir continuously for 1 to 2 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and evenly coat the contents.
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Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add crushed red pepper flakes for additional heat if desired.
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Remove from heat. Garnish with sliced green onions.
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Serve immediately on its own, or spoon over steamed jasmine or brown rice for a heartier meal.
# Notes:
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For extra flavor, allow the cooked mixture to rest uncovered for a few minutes before serving to enhance the sauce absorption.