Description
A delicious, low-carb, one-pan meal inspired by traditional egg rolls but without the wrappers or frying. Packed with lean protein, crisp veggies, and bold Asian flavors, it’s quick, healthy, and customizable for any weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
1 lb ground turkey or chicken
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1/2 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
1 1/2 cups shredded cabbage (or coleslaw mix)
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon sriracha (optional)
2 green onions, sliced
1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add ground turkey or chicken and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Stir in onion, garlic, and ginger; cook for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add shredded cabbage and carrots; cook for 4–5 minutes until tender.
- Stir in soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sriracha (if using); cook for 2 minutes to blend flavors.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Top with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
Swap ground turkey for chicken, pork, or beef for variation.
Add extra vegetables like mushrooms, zucchini, or bell peppers.
For meal prep, portion into containers and store in the fridge up to 4 days or freeze for 2 months.
Serve over cauliflower rice, jasmine rice, or noodles for a more filling meal.
Use coconut aminos instead of soy sauce for a soy-free option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg