Egg Roll in a Bowl
All the savory, delicious flavors of a classic egg roll, but without the wrapper! This quick, one-pan meal is packed with ground pork and veggies, perfect for a low-carb dinner ready in under 20 minutes.
For 4 servings
4 steps. 15 minutes total.
- 1
Prepare the sauce
- a.In a small bowl, whisk together the low sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sriracha. Set the sauce aside for later.
- 2
Cook the pork and aromatics
- a.Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the ground pork and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. The internal temperature should reach 160°F (71°C). Drain any excess grease from the skillet if necessary. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 3
Add vegetables and sauce
- a.Add the entire bag of coleslaw mix to the skillet with the pork. Pour the prepared sauce over everything. Stir well to combine and cook for 3-5 minutes, until the cabbage has wilted to your liking but still retains some crispness.
- 4
Divide the mixture into four bowls
- a.Garnish generously with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving hot.
What to keep in mind.
5 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.
- 1For the best texture, don't overcook the cabbage. It should be tender-crisp, not mushy.
- 2Feel free to substitute ground pork with ground chicken, turkey, or beef.
- 3You can add other vegetables like sliced mushrooms, edamame, or diced water chestnuts for more texture.
- 4If you're not following a low-carb diet, top with crispy wonton strips or serve over steamed rice.
- 5This dish is great for meal prep. Store in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Adapt it for your goals.
Vegetarian
Replace the ground pork with 1 lb of crumbled firm tofu, plant-based ground 'meat', or finely chopped mushrooms.
ketoKeto
Ensure you are using a sugar-free soy sauce or tamari. This dish is naturally keto-friendly and can be served with cauliflower rice.
gluten freeGluten free
Use certified gluten-free tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce to make this recipe completely gluten-free.
spicySpicy
Double the amount of sriracha in the sauce and add 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes along with the garlic and ginger for extra heat.
high proteinHigh protein
Increase the ground pork to 1.5 lbs or stir in 1 cup of shelled edamame along with the coleslaw mix.