Skillet Stir-Fried Keto Eggroll Bowl
A low-carb, flavorful dish that captures the essence of eggrolls without the wrapper, featuring ground pork, cabbage, and savory seasonings. This asian-inspired keto (keto, low carb) ready in about 30 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
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp grated ginger root
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 sliced for garnish green onions
- 1/4 tsp optional red pepper flakes
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 up with a spatula, for 5-6 minutes until browned and cooked through with no pink remaining.
- Step 2: Add 1 medium diced yellow onion, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp grated ginger to the skillet. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion softens and the mixture is fragrant.
- Step 3: Stir in 4 cups shredded green cabbage, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, for 6-8 minutes until the cabbage wilts but retains some bite.
- Step 4: If desired, sprinkle 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes and stir to combine. Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Skillet Stir-Fried Keto Eggroll Bowl take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 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 Stir-Fried Keto Eggroll Bowl?
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 Stir-Fried Keto Eggroll Bowl?
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 Stir-Fried Keto Eggroll Bowl 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 Stir-Fried Keto Eggroll Bowl 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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