Egg Roll in a Bowl
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4.7
Egg Roll in a Bowl
Description
In this Egg Roll in a Bowl recipe, ground turkey is browned until no longer pink, then combined with finely chopped onion, garlic, and fresh ginger for an aromatic base. Adding coleslaw mix provides the crunch and cabbage flavor typical of an egg roll filling. The mixture is then seasoned with soy sauce or alternatives such as tamari or coconut aminos, along with toasted sesame oil and a spicy kick from sriracha or sambal oelek.
The ingredients cook together until the cabbage softens, blending savory, spicy, and slightly sweet notes with tender meat and softened vegetables. Fresh sliced green onions, sesame seeds, and chopped cilantro add freshness and texture on top, bringing brightness to the dish.
The bowl can be served with additional soy sauce or chili condiments according to taste. It can be paired with cooked, riced cauliflower for a low-carb meal. This recipe is flexible to include other proteins like ground pork or beef or a vegan substitute such as tofu or tempeh.
A practical tip includes optionally scrambling an egg into the pan at the end for extra protein. Serving sizes vary from 2 to 4 people, adjusting quantities accordingly. A creamy drizzle such as yum yum sauce can enhance flavor and texture.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey or chicken
- ¼ cup yellow onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 teaspoons ginger grated or minced, fresh
- 1 oz package coleslaw mix
- ¼ cup soy sauce tamari or coconut aminos, low-sodium
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil toasted
- 1-2 teaspoons sriracha or sambal oelek
- 2 green onions sliced
- sriracha for serving (optional)
- sesame seeds for garnish, cilantro chopped
- cilantro for garnish, cilantro chopped
- cauliflower for serving (optional, cooked, riced
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground meat and cook until no longer pink, about 5-6 minutes. While cooking, break meat into smaller pieces using a wooden spoon or spatula and season liberally with salt and pepper.
- Add onion, garlic, ginger, coleslaw mix, soy sauce, sesame oil and sriracha to the skillet. Cook for another 5 minutes or so, until cabbage is tender. Taste and add more soy sauce or sriracha, if needed.
- Portion mixture into bowls and top with green onions, sesame seeds and cilantro. Serve with additional soy sauce, sriracha or chili crisp, if desired.
Notes
- Add a drizzle of yum yum sauce to introduce creaminess and extra flavor.
- Swap ground turkey with pork, beef, or plant-based options like tempeh or tofu as desired.
- For more protein, scramble an egg into the cooked mixture before serving.
- Serve over cooked cauliflower rice to make it a low-carb meal.
- Adjust recipe size for 2 to 4 servings based on appetite; doubling recommended for larger families or leftovers.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 3Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 325 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1/3 of recipe | |
| Calories | 325kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 32g | 64% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10g | 59% |
| Cholesterol | 104mg | 35% |
| Sodium | 393mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.7
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