11/03/2026
🥬 SAVOURY LOW-CARB CABBAGE AND BEEF STIR-FRY
This simple one-pan meal is packed with protein, vegetables and loads of savoury flavour. It’s quick enough for a busy weeknight and makes wonderful leftovers if your family doesn’t find the pan first! 😉
MAKES: 4 servings
PREP TIME: 10 minutes
COOK TIME: 20 minutes
INGREDIENTS
• 1 lb extra-lean ground beef
• 1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
• ½ medium green cabbage, thinly sliced about 6 cups
• 1 small onion, thinly sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
• 3 green onions, sliced
• Sesame seeds for garnish, optional
SAVOURY STIR-FRY SAUCE
• 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp sugar-free sweetener or honey, optional
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• ¼ tsp red pepper flakes, optional
• 2 tbsp water
DIRECTIONS
1. Whisk the sauce ingredients together in a small bowl and set aside.
2. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook for 5–7 minutes, breaking it into small pieces, until browned and fully cooked.
3. Drain any excess grease and transfer the beef to a plate.
4. Add the olive or avocado oil to the same skillet. Add the onion and bell pepper, then cook for 2–3 minutes.
5. Stir in the cabbage, garlic and ginger. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the cabbage is tender-crisp. Add a splash of water if the pan becomes too dry.
6. Return the beef to the skillet. Pour the sauce over everything and toss well.
7. Cook for another 2–3 minutes, allowing the flavours to combine and the sauce to lightly coat the beef and vegetables.
8. Top with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot.
OPTIONAL ADDITIONS
🥦 Add broccoli, mushrooms, shredded carrots or zucchini.
🌶️ Add sriracha or extra red pepper flakes for more heat.
🥚 Top each serving with a fried egg for extra protein.
🥑 Add sliced avocado for healthy fats.
MEAL-PREP TIP
Divide the stir-fry among four airtight containers and refrigerate for up to four days. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave.
Approximately 300–375 calories, 25–30 grams of protein and 8–12 grams of net carbohydrates per serving, depending on the ingredients and portions used.
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