Skillet Pork Eggroll Bowl with Savory Cabbage and Ginger
A quick, low-carb skillet dish combining ground pork, crunchy cabbage, and aromatic ginger for a satisfying keto-friendly meal. This asian-inspired keto (keto, low carb) ready in about 25 minutes pairs ground pork, shredded green cabbage, medium, diced yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground pork
- 4 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 sliced green onions
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb ground pork and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, for 5-6 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Step 2: Stir in 1 medium diced yellow onion, 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger, and 3 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion softens and the mixture becomes fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 4 cups shredded green cabbage to the skillet along with 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring frequently, for 5-7 minutes until the cabbage wilts but retains some crunch.
- Step 4: Season the dish with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions before serving warm.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Skillet Pork Eggroll Bowl with Savory Cabbage and Ginger take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Skillet Pork Eggroll Bowl with Savory Cabbage and Ginger?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ground pork from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Skillet Pork Eggroll Bowl with Savory Cabbage and Ginger?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Skillet Pork Eggroll Bowl with Savory Cabbage and Ginger for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Skillet Pork Eggroll Bowl with Savory Cabbage and Ginger keto?
Yes — this recipe is tagged keto, low carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
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