Description
This Egg Roll in a Bowl recipe transforms the classic egg roll into a quick, healthy, and delicious stir-fry bowl. Packed with ground pork, crunchy cabbage, and flavorful Asian-inspired seasonings, it’s a low-carb, easy-to-make dish perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 lb. ground pork (can substitute with ground chicken, ground beef, or ground turkey)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 8 oz water chestnuts, chopped
- 1 Tablespoon rice wine vinegar
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 1 Tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 Tablespoon sriracha
- 1 (16 ounce) bag coleslaw mix
- ½ cup grated or matchstick carrots
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Black sesame seeds, for garnish
- 4 green onions, thinly sliced
Sriracha Mayo
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1-2 Tablespoons sriracha
Instructions
- Cook onion: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally to avoid burning.
- Brown the meat: Add the ground pork (or your choice of meat) to the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently, until the meat is browned and no longer pink. Drain any excess liquid if needed to prevent sogginess.
- Add aromatics and chestnuts: Stir in the minced garlic, grated ginger, and chopped water chestnuts. Cook for about 30 seconds, until fragrant and well combined.
- Incorporate sauces: Pour in the rice wine vinegar, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and sriracha. Mix everything thoroughly to coat the meat and vegetables evenly with the flavorful sauce.
- Add vegetables and season: Add the coleslaw mix and shredded carrots to the skillet. Season with salt and black pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is wilted and the vegetables are tender but still slightly crisp.
- Finish and garnish: Remove the skillet from heat and taste to adjust seasoning if needed. Top with sliced green onions and sprinkle with black sesame seeds. Optionally drizzle with sriracha mayo before serving.
- Prepare sriracha mayo: In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise with 1-2 tablespoons of sriracha sauce, adjusting the heat to your preference. Stir until smooth and well combined to use as a flavorful drizzle or dip.
Notes
- Ground meat substitutes like chicken, beef, or turkey work well if you prefer a different protein.
- Adjust sriracha amounts depending on your preferred spice level.
- For a gluten-free version, use tamari or gluten-free soy sauce.
- To keep it low-carb, avoid serving with rice or noodles and enjoy as is.
- Water chestnuts add a pleasant crunch, but can be omitted if unavailable.
