Description
Succulent beef and tender cabbage mingle in this hearty Irish-inspired dish, offering a comforting blend of traditional flavors. Savory meat and caramelized vegetables create a satisfying meal you’ll crave on chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 0.5 pounds (226 grams) lean ground beef
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch pepper
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 0.5 head green cabbage
- 2 carrots
- 3 green onions
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
Sauces and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 0.5 tablespoon brown sugar
- 0.5 tablespoon neutral cooking oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
Instructions
- Prepare a zesty sauce by whisking together soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, sriracha, and brown sugar in a small mixing bowl until ingredients are fully incorporated and smooth.
- Carefully remove the core from half a cabbage head, then meticulously shred into 4-of fine ribbons. Peel and grate carrots to produce approximately of delicate shreds. Thinly slice green onions for a fresh garnish.
- Place a large skillet over medium heat and add neutral cooking oil. Introduce ground beef, minced garlic, grated ginger, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Break up the meat using a wooden spatula and cook for 5-6 minutes until completely browned and no pink remains.
- Gently fold shredded cabbage and carrots into the sizzling beef mixture. Continuously stir and cook for 3-4 minutes until vegetables become slightly tender but retain a slight crunch. Pour the prepared sauce over the skillet and incorporate sliced green onions, ensuring every morsel is evenly coated with the aromatic seasoning.
- Transfer the steaming stir-fry to serving plates. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and add an optional drizzle of sriracha for those craving extra heat. Serve immediately while piping hot.
Notes
- Quick and zesty stir-fry that combines savory ground beef with crisp, colorful vegetables in a tangy Asian-inspired sauce.
- Easily customize spice levels by adjusting sriracha amount, making this dish perfect for both mild and heat-loving palates.
- Prep vegetables ahead of time to streamline cooking process and reduce overall meal preparation time.
- Uses affordable, readily available ingredients that create a restaurant-quality meal in less than 20 minutes.
- Packed with protein from beef and nutrients from cabbage and carrots, offering a balanced and satisfying one-pan dinner.
- Leftovers reheat wonderfully, making this an excellent meal-prep option for busy weeknights or quick lunches.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Eastern European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg