Egg Roll in a Bowl Recipe
This Egg Roll in a Bowl recipe offers all the delicious flavors of a classic egg roll without the hassle of rolling or frying. Ground beef combined with crisp coleslaw mix, shredded carrots, and savory seasonings come together in a quick and easy skillet meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
- Author: Mary
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Meat and Vegetables
- 1½ pounds ground beef
- 1 large onion, diced finely
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- ½ cup carrots, peeled and finely shredded
- 16 ounces coleslaw mix
- Green onions for garnish (optional)
Seasonings and Oils
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ to ¾ cup low sodium soy sauce (about ½ cup used)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Cook the Ground Beef: Heat a large deep-sided skillet over medium heat and add the ground beef. Cook until the beef is no longer pink, taking care to keep the pieces larger rather than breaking them into small crumbles.
- Drain and Sauté Aromatics: Drain off any excess grease from the skillet, then return it to the stove. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the beef and cook until the onions become soft and translucent, maintaining larger beef pieces.
- Add Vegetables and Sesame Oil: Stir in 2 tablespoons of sesame oil, shredded carrots, and the coleslaw mix using tongs to combine well. Allow the mixture to cook for about 5 minutes, letting the vegetables soften slightly.
- Mix Seasonings and Add to Skillet: In a small bowl, whisk together onion powder, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, ground ginger, soy sauce, and vegetable oil. Pour this seasoning mixture evenly over the beef and vegetables in the skillet.
- Simmer and Finish Cooking: Reduce the heat to low and continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the vegetables to become tender but not mushy.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped green onions if desired, and serve hot as a flavorful low-carb, deconstructed egg roll meal.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Reheat on the stovetop over medium heat, stirring occasionally, or microwave in short bursts until warmed through.
- If serving with rice, store rice separately or mix it in before refrigerating.
- Add a splash of soy sauce when reheating to refresh the flavors.
Keywords: Egg Roll in a Bowl, low carb egg roll, easy weeknight dinner, ground beef recipe, healthy stir fry