Egg rolls in a bowl
Title: Egg Roll in a Bowl
Ingredients:
- 1 pound (450g) ground pork or ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha or your favorite hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 medium head cabbage, thinly sliced
- 2 large carrots, julienned or grated
- 5 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
- Cook Ground Meat:
- In a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat, cook the ground pork or turkey until browned and cooked through. Break it into crumbles as it cooks.
- Add Aromatics:
- Push the cooked meat to the side of the skillet. Add sesame oil to the empty side and sauté minced ginger and garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Combine Sauce:
- Combine the cooked meat with the ginger and garlic. Pour in soy sauce, rice vinegar, Sriracha, and hoisin sauce. Stir well to coat the meat in the flavorful sauce.
- Add Vegetables:
- Add sliced cabbage, julienned or grated carrots, and sliced green onions to the skillet. Stir to combine everything.
- Sauté Vegetables:
- Continue cooking for about 5-7 minutes or until the vegetables are tender-crisp, stirring frequently.
- Adjust Seasoning:
- Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more soy sauce, Sriracha, or hoisin sauce if desired.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped cilantro if desired. Serve the Egg Roll in a Bowl hot.
Time and Intensity:
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: Approximately 30 minutes
- Intensity: Easy
Note: Egg Roll in a Bowl is a deconstructed egg roll that’s quick, easy, and low-carb. It’s loaded with vegetables and flavorful ground meat, making it a satisfying and healthy meal. Customize the spice level to your liking and enjoy this dish on its own or over rice or noodles for a complete meal.
