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Chinese Ground Beef & Cabbage Stir Fry

Chinese Ground Beef & Cabbage Stir Fry is a quick, hearty meal with tender cabbage, savory beef, and aromatic ginger and garlic. It is an easy choice for a flavorful weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Stir Fry
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 4 cups cabbage, shredded
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 carrot, julienned (optional)
Garnish
  • 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Warm the sesame oil in a large pan over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and ginger, then cook for 1 minute.
  3. Add the ground beef and cook until browned and fully cooked.
  4. Add the shredded cabbage and julienned carrot, if using, and continue cooking until the cabbage is wilted.
  5. Pour in the soy sauce and season with salt and pepper, stirring until the beef and vegetables are evenly coated.
  6. Continue cooking the mixture for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Serve hot and finish with the chopped green onions.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 1 month. Reheat on the stove or in the microwave.