Description
This Egg Roll in a Bowl recipe offers a low-carb, gluten-free take on classic egg rolls, combining ground pork, fresh vegetables, and flavorful Asian-inspired seasonings stir-fried to perfection for a quick and healthy dinner option.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Oils
- 1 pound ground pork (or ground chicken or turkey)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1/2 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
- 1 bag (14 ounces) coleslaw mix (shredded cabbage and carrots)
- 2 green onions, sliced
Sauces and Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce (optional for sweetness)
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Meat and Onion: Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground pork and chopped onion. Cook for 5–7 minutes, breaking up the meat, until fully cooked and browned.
- Add Garlic and Ginger: Stir in the minced garlic and freshly grated ginger; cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, enhancing the depth of flavor.
- Cook the Coleslaw Mix: Add the bag of coleslaw mix (shredded cabbage and carrots) to the skillet and cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is wilted but still maintains a slight crispness.
- Season the Dish: Stir in soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce (if using), and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook for an additional 1–2 minutes to blend the flavors thoroughly.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve the dish warm as is or over cauliflower rice or steamed white rice for a heartier meal.
Notes
- Serve on its own for a low-carb meal or over cauliflower rice or steamed white rice to make it more filling.
- Easily adaptable—add mushrooms, bell peppers, or water chestnuts for added texture and flavor variety.
- Use tamari instead of soy sauce to keep the dish gluten-free.
- Adjust red pepper flakes according to your preferred spice level.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
