Mongolian-Style Ground Beef Stir-Fry with Crispy Cabbage
Mongolian-Style Ground Beef Stir-Fry with Crispy Cabbage is a vibrant and flavorful dish that effortlessly combines tender ground beef with crunchy cabbage, aromatic spices, and savory sauces. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this quick stir-fry can be prepared in under 30 minutes, making it a go-to option for satisfying meals. The standout crispy cabbage provides a delightful texture contrast while the sesame oil, ginger, and hoisin sauce work together to create a mouthwatering experience that everyone will love. Serve it over rice or noodles or enjoy it on its own for a healthy low-carb choice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/3 cup soy sauce (low sodium)
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 3 cups green cabbage (thinly sliced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger (grated)
- 1 small onion (finely sliced)
Instructions
- Gather and prepare all ingredients by slicing vegetables and measuring sauces.
- Heat a skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add sesame oil.
- Cook ground beef until browned (about 5–7 minutes), breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Stir in minced garlic, grated ginger, and sliced onion; cook for another 2–3 minutes.
- Add sliced cabbage; toss everything together and cook for an additional 3–5 minutes until the cabbage is tender-crisp.
- Pour in soy sauce and hoisin sauce, mixing thoroughly before removing from heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating other vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas. Adjust soy sauce according to your taste preference; feel free to increase sweetness with more hoisin if desired.