Easy Deconstructed Egg Roll (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 pound lean ground beef (85/15 recommended)
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt, plus more to taste
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1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1/2 medium onion, finely diced
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1 large carrot, julienned or coarsely grated
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3 plump garlic cloves, minced
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3 cups fresh cabbage, thinly sliced
→ Sauce & Garnish
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1 teaspoon ground ginger
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1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
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2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
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1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
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1 tablespoon fresh green onion, chopped (for garnish)
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1/4 teaspoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
# Instructions:
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Once shimmering hot, add your ground beef and cook until no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Break up the meat with a wooden spatula as it cooks. Season with salt and pepper to build flavor from the start.
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Toss in the diced onion and carrots, then sauté until the onion becomes translucent and slightly golden, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the minced garlic and cook for just 30 seconds more while stirring constantly—this prevents the garlic from burning while releasing its aroma.
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Add the sliced cabbage, ground ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, and sugar to the skillet. Continue cooking for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage softens but still maintains a slight crunch for texture.
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Divide between bowls and sprinkle with chopped green onions and sesame seeds for a pop of color and extra flavor.
# Notes:
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This deconstructed egg roll gives you all the flavors you love without the deep frying.
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For a spicier version, add 1-2 teaspoons of sriracha or a pinch of red pepper flakes.