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Chinese Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry – Quick, Savory, and Budget-Friendly

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A quick, savory Chinese-style stir fry made with seasoned ground beef, tender cabbage, and a flavorful sauce — perfect for busy nights and meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (85–90% lean)

  • 4–5 cups shredded green cabbage

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced

  • 2–3 green onions, sliced (white and green parts separated)

  • 3 tbsp soy sauce

  • 1½ tbsp oyster sauce

  • 1 tsp rice vinegar

  • 1 tsp sesame oil

  • 1 tbsp oil (vegetable or avocado)

  • Optional: red pepper flakes or chili garlic sauce

  • Optional: ½ tsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water (slurry)

  • Optional garnish: sesame seeds

Instructions

  • Heat oil in skillet. Brown ground beef for 4–5 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.

  • Add garlic, ginger, and white parts of green onion. Sauté 1 minute.

  • Stir in cabbage. Cook 3–5 minutes until slightly wilted.

  • Mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, and optional slurry. Add to skillet.

  • Stir and cook 2–3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.

  • Turn off heat, drizzle with sesame oil, and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

  • Serve over rice or noodles.

Notes

  • Use pre-shredded cabbage to save time.

  • Swap beef for ground turkey or tofu for a lighter or vegetarian version.

  • Keep leftovers for up to 4 days — great for lunch bowls.

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