Mongolian-Style Ground Beef Stir-Fry with Crispy Cabbage
Experience the delightful balance of flavors in this Mongolian-Style Ground Beef Stir-Fry with Crispy Cabbage. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, delivering tender ground beef combined with vibrant cabbage and aromatic spices. In under 30 minutes, you’ll create a wholesome meal that appeals to everyone at the table. The rich umami notes from garlic, ginger, and soy sauce elevate this dish, making it a favorite among family and friends. Serve it over rice or in lettuce wraps for an exciting twist!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 small onion, finely sliced
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
Instructions
- Gather and prepare all ingredients by chopping vegetables and mincing garlic and ginger.
- Heat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat and add sesame oil.
- Add ground beef to the hot oil, breaking it apart as it cooks until browned (about 5–7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic, grated ginger, and sliced onion; sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add thinly sliced cabbage; cook for another 3–4 minutes until slightly wilted but still crunchy.
- Pour in soy sauce and hoisin sauce; stir well to combine and cook for an additional minute.
- Serve hot over rice or in lettuce wraps.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg