Description
Egg Roll in a Bowl is a quick and healthy one-pan dish that captures all the delicious flavors of a traditional egg roll without the wrapper. Using ground turkey, fresh vegetables, and savory seasonings, this recipe is perfect for a low-carb, gluten-free meal that’s easy to prepare and full of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey (93% lean)
- 1 medium head of cabbage, thinly shredded
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 sweet onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
Seasonings and Oils
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil (e.g., avocado oil)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Garnishes
- Green onions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Thinly shred the cabbage and shred the carrots. Dice the sweet onion and mince the garlic and fresh ginger. Set all your vegetables aside to keep the cooking process smooth.
- Cook the Ground Turkey: Heat the cooking oil in a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned and cooked through, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks, about 6-8 minutes. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Sauté Aromatics: Push the cooked turkey to one side of the pan and add sesame oil. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and ginger to the pan. Sauté until the onions are translucent and the garlic and ginger are fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add Vegetables: Add the shredded cabbage and carrots to the skillet. Stir everything together thoroughly and cook for about 5-7 minutes until the cabbage wilts but still retains some crunch. Adjust heat as needed to avoid burning.
- Season the Dish: Pour in the soy sauce (or tamari) and rice vinegar. Mix well to combine all flavors evenly. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to allow the sauce to coat all ingredients.
- Final Taste and Serve: Taste your dish and adjust salt and pepper if needed. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve hot and enjoy a healthy, flavorful meal that’s effortless to make.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute ground turkey with crumbled tofu or tempeh.
- Use tamari instead of soy sauce to make the dish gluten-free.
- If you prefer a spicier dish, add red pepper flakes or a dash of sriracha.
- Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat nicely in a skillet or microwave.
- Feel free to add other veggies like bell peppers or mushrooms for variation.
