Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir-Fry Recipe

Ingredients

• 1/2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 pound lean ground beef (90/10)
• 1/2 teaspoon minced ginger
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar (optional)
• 1/2 large head green cabbage, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 3 green onions, sliced
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• Sesame seeds, for sprinkling

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat oil: Heat ½ tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat to prepare for browning the meat.

2. 2

   Brown the beef: Add 1 pound of lean ground beef to the hot skillet and cook for about 5 minutes while breaking it apart with a spatula, until it is fully browned.

3. 3

   Add seasonings: Stir in ½ teaspoon minced ginger, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon ground black pepper, and 1 teaspoon brown sugar (optional). Cook together for 2 more minutes to blend flavors.

4. 4

   Add vegetables: Add ½ large sliced green cabbage, 1 thinly sliced red bell pepper, 1 cup shredded carrots, and 3 sliced green onions to the skillet. Stir-fry for 5 to 7 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.

5. 5

   Prepare sauce: In a small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons soy sauce and 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar. Pour this mixture over the beef and vegetable skillet.

6. 6

   Combine and cook: Stir well to evenly coat all ingredients with the sauce. Continue cooking for another 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, then remove the skillet from heat.

7. 7

   Serve: Transfer the stir-fry to a serving dish, then sprinkle sesame seeds on top for added flavor and presentation.