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A skillet filled with savory Mongolian ground beef and tender shredded cabbage garnished with green onions
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Low-Carb Mongolian Ground Beef and Cabbage

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 385kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef (90% lean)
  • 6 cups green cabbage, shredded
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce or coconut aminos
  • 1/4 cup beef broth
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tsp granulated erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 green onions , thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  • Place a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and brown the ground beef until no pink remains, breaking it into small crumbles.
  • Drain any excess fat from the pan, then stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 60 seconds until fragrant.
  • Whisk together the soy sauce, beef broth, toasted sesame oil, and sweetener in a small bowl, then pour the mixture over the beef.
  • Add the shredded cabbage to the skillet and toss thoroughly to coat with the sauce.
  • Cover and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender-crisp.
  • Stir in the red pepper flakes and adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving warm.