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Easy Egg Roll in a Bowl

This deconstructed egg roll captures the essence of the classic appetizer without the wrapper. It's a quick, flavorful, and customizable meal perfect for a weeknight dinner or a healthy lunch. This recipe offers a balance of savory, sweet, and umami flavors with tender-crisp vegetables and your choice of protein.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground pork or ground chicken or turkey
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch ginger, minced
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or substitute for Keto/Low Carb
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha or more, to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Sesame seeds for garnish
  • Crushed red pepper flakes for garnish
  • Wonton strips for non-keto/low carb, optional

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • small bowl
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • spatula

Method
 

  1. Brown the Protein: In a large skillet or wok, brown the ground pork over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and ginger and cook for another minute until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
  3. Add Coleslaw Mix: Add the coleslaw mix (or shredded cabbage and carrots) to the skillet. Cook until the cabbage is tender-crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Whisk the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey (or substitute), Sriracha, ground ginger, and black pepper.
  5. Combine and Simmer: Pour the sauce over the cabbage mixture and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions, sesame seeds, and crushed red pepper flakes (if desired). Serve immediately.

Notes

For Keto/Low Carb modifications: Substitute the honey with a keto-friendly sweetener like erythritol or monk fruit sweetener. Omit the wonton strips. Consider adding a tablespoon of coconut aminos for added flavor complexity while keeping it low carb. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.