Quick and Easy Ground Beef Stir Fry with Cabbage
A quick, savory ground beef stir fry with cabbageand carrots, tossed in a flavorful stir fry sauce. Perfect for a speedy,satisfying dinner!
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian-Inspired
Servings 4
Calories 450 kcal
Stir Fry Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 2 teaspoons Chinese cooking wine or Mirin, dry sherry, or rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon white granulated sugar optional for a hint of sweetness
Stir Fry:
- 1 tablespoon oil vegetable or sesame oil
- 1 small onion sliced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon minced ginger
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 head cabbage core removed and shredded (approx. 8 cups)
- 1 large carrot peeled and shredded
- 1 pinch salt to taste
- 1 pinch cracked black pepper to taste
Make the Stir Fry Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, hoisin sauce, cooking wine, sesame oil, and sugar. Set the sauce aside.
Cook the Ground Beef: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the sliced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula or spoon. Cook for 4-5 minutes until browned and cooked through. Season with a pinch of salt and cracked pepper.
Add the Vegetables: Push the cooked beef to one side of the skillet and add the shredded cabbage and carrot. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened but still crisp.
Combine with Sauce : Pour the prepared stir fry sauce over the beef and vegetables. Stir everything together until evenly coated with the sauce. Cook for another 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Serve and Enjoy: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot on its own, over steamed rice, or with noodles for a complete meal.
Keyword Ground beef stir fry