Description
Egg Roll in a Bowl is a quick, healthy, and low-carb alternative to traditional egg rolls. With ground meat, savory soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and crunchy cabbage, this deconstructed dish brings all the delicious flavors of egg rolls without the frying. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or meal prep, and it’s easily customizable with your favorite vegetables and proteins.
Ingredients
- For the filling:
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1 lb ground chicken or turkey
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1 tablespoon sesame oil (or vegetable oil)
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2 cloves garlic (minced)
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1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated or minced)
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1 small onion (diced)
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1 medium carrot (julienned or shredded)
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4 cups coleslaw mix (shredded cabbage and carrots)
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3 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
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1 tablespoon rice vinegar
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1 teaspoon hoisin sauce (optional for added sweetness)
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Salt and pepper to taste
For garnish (optional):
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2 green onions (sliced)
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Sesame seeds
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Sriracha or hot sauce (for a spicy kick)
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Crushed peanuts (optional)
Instructions
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Cook the ground meat:
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Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
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chicken/turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat if needed.
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Sauté the aromatics:
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Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and diced onion to the skillet with the cooked meat. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
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Add the vegetables:
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Stir in the shredded carrots and coleslaw mix (or shredded cabbage). Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the cabbage starts to soften but still has some crunch.
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Season the mixture:
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Add the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and hoisin sauce (if using) to the skillet, and stir well to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to coat the vegetables and meat.
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Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
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Serve:
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Remove from heat and transfer to serving bowls. Garnish with sliced green onions, sesame seeds, and a drizzle of Sriracha or hot sauce for extra flavor and spice.
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For added crunch, sprinkle crushed peanuts on top.
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Notes
Vegetarian version: Replace the ground meat with crumbled tofu or tempeh for a plant-based option. You can also add more vegetables like bell peppers, mushrooms, or zucchini.Spicy version: Add more Sriracha or chili garlic sauce for extra heat. You can also stir in red pepper flakes while cooking.Gluten-free: Use tamari or coconut aminos in place of soy sauce for a gluten-free version.
