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Egg Roll in a Bowl – Savory, Gingery & One-Skillet Low-Carb Comfort

  • Author: Chef Emma
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 bowls 1x

Description

All the takeout flavor you love—without the wrapper. Ground turkey, tender cabbage, and carrots simmer in a glossy ginger-garlic, soy/tamari sauce with toasted sesame oil. One skillet, 30 minutes, and low-carb/keto friendly.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 pound ground turkey (or ground chicken/lean beef)
  • 1 small sweet onion, finely diced
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 3 garlic cloves, finely minced
  • 1 teaspoon finely minced fresh ginger
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 small head green cabbage, thinly shredded (about 8 cups) or 2 bags coleslaw mix
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce or tamari (coconut aminos for Whole30)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • Optional toppings: sliced green onions, toasted sesame seeds, red pepper flakes or sriracha

Instructions

  1. Brown the protein: Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add turkey; cook 5–6 minutes, crumbling, until browned.
  2. Sauté aromatics: Push turkey to one side. Add remaining oil and onion; cook 3–4 minutes. Stir in carrots, garlic, and ginger; cook 2 minutes.
  3. Deglaze & season: Add broth; scrape up browned bits. Add cabbage, soy/tamari (or coconut aminos), rice vinegar, salt, and pepper; toss.
  4. Steam to tender: Cover and cook over medium-low 12–15 minutes, stirring once or twice, until cabbage is tender-crisp. Off heat, stir in toasted sesame oil.
  5. Serve: Spoon into bowls and top with green onions, sesame seeds, and optional heat. Serve over cauliflower rice to keep it low-carb.

Notes

Slice cabbage thin for quick, even cooking. Finish with sesame oil off heat to keep the flavor aromatic. For Whole30, use coconut aminos and compliant broth. Best within 3–4 days; not ideal for freezing.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: One-Skillet
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 1360mg
  • Fat: 11g
  • Carbohydrates: 21g
  • Protein: 32g

Keywords: egg roll in a bowl, keto dinner, low carb skillet, ground turkey cabbage bowl, whole30 egg roll bowl

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