Description
Homemade egg roll stir fry delivers classic Chinese-American flavors in a quick skillet meal. Crispy vegetables and savory protein combine for a satisfying dinner you can enjoy without complex preparation.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound ground pork (or ground chicken, ground turkey, or ground beef)
Vegetables:
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1 small cabbage, shredded
- 1 cup carrots, shredded
- 2 green onions, sliced
Seasonings and Oils:
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or coconut aminos)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Sizzle the ground meat in a spacious skillet over medium-high heat until thoroughly browned, using a utensil to crumble the protein into small, even pieces.
- Introduce aromatic ingredients like onion, garlic, and ginger, allowing them to dance and release their vibrant flavors for approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Incorporate shredded cabbage and carrots, stirring consistently and cooking for 5-7 minutes until vegetables soften and reach a tender, slightly crisp consistency.
- Drizzle the flavor enhancers – soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and optional red pepper flakes – thoroughly coating and blending all ingredients.
- Eliminate skillet from heat source, garnishing the stir fry with freshly chopped green onions and a sprinkle of nutty sesame seeds.
- Transfer to serving plates immediately while piping hot, ensuring maximum flavor and optimal texture for an authentic egg roll-inspired experience.
Notes
- Customize protein by swapping ground meat with tofu, chicken, or plant-based alternatives for dietary preferences.
- Control spice levels by adjusting red pepper flakes or using mild chili powder for sensitive palates.
- Boost vegetable content by adding extra colorful vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for increased nutrition.
- Create a low-carb version by serving over cauliflower rice instead of traditional rice for a lighter meal option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg