Description
This Best Egg Roll in a Bowl recipe is a quick, healthy, and flavorful dish that captures all the deliciousness of an egg roll without the wrapper. Ready in just 20 minutes, it features ground pork sautéed with fresh vegetables, ginger, garlic, and a savory soy sauce-based seasoning, making it a perfect low-carb, protein-packed meal for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground pork (or ground chicken/turkey/beef)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
- 4 cups coleslaw mix (shredded cabbage and carrots)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sriracha (optional, for heat)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Toasted sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened and translucent, creating a flavorful base for the dish.
- Add garlic and ginger: Stir in the minced garlic and freshly grated ginger, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant to enhance the aromatic depth of the bowl.
- Cook the ground pork: Add the ground pork to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook for 5–7 minutes until browned and fully cooked through, ensuring it’s no longer pink.
- Incorporate the coleslaw mix: Stir in the coleslaw mix and cook for about 5 minutes, allowing the cabbage and carrots to soften while remaining slightly crisp for a great texture.
- Add sauces and seasoning: Pour in soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sriracha if desired. Stir everything together well and heat through to meld the flavors.
- Season to taste: Taste the mixture and season with salt and pepper according to your preference to balance the flavors perfectly.
- Garnish and serve: Top with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds for extra color and crunch. Serve hot and enjoy your quick, healthy egg roll in a bowl!
Notes
- Ground chicken, turkey, or beef can be used as alternatives to pork.
- Use tamari instead of soy sauce to keep this recipe gluten-free.
- Adjust the amount of sriracha to your heat preference or omit it for no spice.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute ground meat with crumbled firm tofu or tempeh.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated on the stovetop or microwave.
