This Keto Beef Egg Roll Slaw is a flavorful and satisfying low carb twist on the classic dish. With a delicious combination of ground beef, Asian-inspired seasonings, and crunchy cabbage slaw, this recipe is perfect for those following a ketogenic or low carb diet. It's quick and easy to prepare, making it an ideal weeknight meal. Serve it as a main dish or as a side, and enjoy the mouthwatering flavors that will leave you wanting more.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or coconut aminos for a gluten-free option)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)
Directions
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until cooked through. Drain any excess grease.
- Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the shredded cabbage, shredded carrots, and diced red bell pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce (or coconut aminos), sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Pour the sauce over the vegetables and beef mixture in the skillet.
- Continue cooking for 5-7 minutes, or until the cabbage has softened to your desired texture.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped green onions and sesame seeds for garnish, if desired.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Egg roll slaw is a popular dish that originated from Chinese-American cuisine and is typically made with egg roll wrappers filled with various ingredients.
This keto version of the dish eliminates the high-carb element of the wrapper and focuses on the flavorful combination of ground beef and crunchy cabbage slaw.
The dish is packed with protein from the ground beef and offers a healthy dose of vegetables from the cabbage, carrots, and bell pepper.