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Low-Carb Mongolian Ground Beef and Cabbage

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A nourishing and flavorful Low-Carb Mongolian Ground Beef and Cabbage dish perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main dishes
Cuisine Mongolian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Medium Bowl
  • salad spinner
  • Whisk

Ingredients
  

For the Beef and Cabbage

  • 1.5 pounds Ground beef 80–90% lean
  • 1 medium head Green cabbage about 2 pounds

For the Cooking Oils

  • 2 tablespoons Avocado oil for sautéing
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted sesame oil for flavor

For the Aromatics

  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger finely grated
  • 4 Green onions sliced, whites and greens separated

For the Sauce

  • 0.5 cup Beef broth low-sodium
  • 0.25 cup Soy sauce or tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free
  • 2.5 tablespoons Sugar-free sweetener erythritol, allulose, or monk fruit
  • 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar unseasoned
  • 1-2 teaspoons Chili garlic sauce or sriracha optional
  • 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes optional
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Xanthan gum or glucomannan optional
  • Salt to taste

For Garnishing

  • 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds lightly toasted
  • Fresh cilantro or extra green onion greens optional

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Remove any damaged outer leaves from the green cabbage and cut it into quarters. Remove the core and thinly slice into shreds about ¼ inch thick. Rinse thoroughly and pat dry.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together beef broth, soy sauce, sugar-free sweetener, rice vinegar, chili garlic sauce, red pepper flakes, black pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder. Add xanthan gum if using, whisking thoroughly to avoid clumps.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add avocado oil, then ground beef. Cook for 6–8 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat, leaving 1-2 tablespoons in the skillet.
  • Reduce heat to medium. Push beef to one side and add remaining avocado oil. Sauté garlic, ginger, and white parts of green onions for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
  • Add shredded cabbage in batches, tossing with beef. When wilted, add remaining cabbage and sesame oil. Cook for 5–8 minutes until tender-crisp.
  • Pour the prepared sauce over beef and cabbage mixture. Toss and let simmer for 3–5 minutes until sauce thickens.
  • Remove from heat. Stir in green parts of green onions and sprinkle sesame seeds on top. Garnish with cilantro or green onion greens if desired.
  • Serve hot on its own or with cauliflower rice, zucchini noodles, or shirataki noodles.

Notes

A quick and nourishing low-carb meal that's easy to prepare and perfect for the whole family.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 15mg
Keyword Cabbage, Ground Beef, Healthy Meal, Low Carb, quick dinner
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