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

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This Chinese Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir-Fry is a fast, savory one-pan dish with bold flavor, tender beef, and crispy cabbage — perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (85/15 or 90/10)

  • 4 cups shredded green cabbage

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced

  • 2 scallions, sliced

  • 2 tbsp soy sauce

  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce

  • 1 tsp dark soy sauce (optional)

  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar or Shaoxing wine

  • ½ tsp sugar (optional)

  • 1 tsp sesame oil

  • 1–2 tsp chili sauce or red pepper flakes (optional)

  • 1–2 tbsp neutral oil (for cooking)

Instructions

  • Whisk soy sauces, oyster sauce, vinegar, sugar, sesame oil, and chili in a small bowl.

  • Heat oil in skillet. Brown ground beef until cooked through. Drain excess fat.

  • Push beef aside. Add garlic and ginger. Stir-fry until fragrant.

  • Add cabbage. Cook 4–6 minutes until tender-crisp.

  • Pour in sauce and toss to combine. Cook 1–2 minutes more.

  • Stir in scallions and serve hot over rice or noodles.

Notes

  • Substitute with ground turkey or tofu for variation.

  • Add veggies like mushrooms or bell peppers for extra nutrition.

  • Use coleslaw mix for faster prep.

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