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Keto Egg Roll in a Bowl

Name: Keto Egg Roll in a Bowl
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: chinese
Ingredients: 450 g ground pork lean; 1 tbsp sesame oil; 3 clove garlic minced; 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated; 450 g coleslaw mix shredded cabbage and carrots; 3 tbsp soy sauce low sodium, gluten-free; 1 tbsp rice vinegar; 1 tsp sriracha (optional); 2 pcs green onion sliced; 1 tsp sesame seed (optional)

This deconstructed egg roll recipe delivers all the savory flavors of a classic egg roll without the wrapper. Ground pork and cabbage are stir-fried with an umami-rich sauce, perfect for a quick and satisfying low-carb meal.

An original recipe by Forkin

Total time: 30 min
Serves: 4
Difficulty: Easy

Allergen information: may contain gluten, sesame, and soy. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.

Mise en place

Ingredients

450 gground pork, lean
1 tbspsesame oil
3 clovegarlic, minced
1 tbspfresh ginger, grated
450 gcoleslaw mix, shredded cabbage and carrots

sauce

3 tbspsoy sauce, low sodium, gluten-free
1 tbsprice vinegar
1 tspsriracha(optional)

garnish

2 pcsgreen onion, sliced
1 tspsesame seed(optional)

Equipment

large skillet · wok · spatula · whisk · small bowl

The method

Step by step

1
Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Ensure the pan is hot before adding the meat for a good sear.
2
Add the ground pork to the skillet and break it apart with a spoon.
3
Cook the pork until it is fully browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
About 7 min
Cook’s note: Drain any excess fat if necessary, but some fat adds flavor.
4
Stir in the minced garlic and grated fresh ginger.
5
Cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Be careful not to burn the garlic.
6
Add the coleslaw mix to the skillet.
7
Continue cooking and stirring until the cabbage has softened, about 5-8 minutes.
About 8 min
Cook’s note: Don't overcook the cabbage; it should still have a slight bite.
8
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sriracha (if using) to create the sauce.
About 1 min
9
Pour the sauce over the pork and cabbage mixture.
10
Stir everything well to combine and heat through for 1-2 minutes.
About 2 min
11
Remove from heat and divide into serving bowls.
12
Garnish with sliced green onion and sesame seeds before serving.

Keep it good

Storage

Store leftover egg roll in a bowl in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Reheating

Reheat gently in a microwave or on the stovetop over medium heat until warmed through.