Chinese Ground Beef And Cabbage Stir-fry
This simple yet flavorful dish combines ground beef with crisp cabbage and vibrant veggies, all tossed in a savory sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this stir-fry is not only delicious but also healthy.
Equipment
- 1 Wok or large skillet
- 1 Wooden spoon or spatula
- 1 Cutting board
- 1 Measuring spoons
- 1 Measuring cups
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 cups cabbage, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper sliced (red or green)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch piece ginger, grated
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce optional
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 green onions sliced for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger to the skillet. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and the onion is translucent.
- Increase the heat to high and add the ground beef. Cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 4-5 minutes.
- Add the sliced bell pepper and chopped cabbage. Stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes until the cabbage is wilted but still crisp.
- Pour in the soy sauce and oyster sauce (if using). Stir well to combine and cook for another minute.
- Drizzle sesame oil over the stir-fry and season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss everything together for even distribution.
- Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
Notes
You can add other vegetables such as carrots or snap peas for more variety.
Serve this stir-fry over rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the microwave or on the stove.