Egg Roll in a Bowl Recipe
Introduction
Egg Roll in a Bowl is a quick, flavorful dish that captures all the delicious elements of an egg roll without the fuss of wrapping or frying. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, it combines seasoned ground meat and crunchy vegetables in a savory sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground meat (such as pork, beef, or chicken)
- 1 small sweet onion, diced
- 2 teaspoons minced fresh garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger or 1 ½ tablespoons grated fresh ginger
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- ¼ cup less sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce (or add extra 1 tablespoon for a sweeter, richer sauce)
- 1 (16 ounce) bag coleslaw mix
- ½ cup grated or matchstick carrots
- Kosher salt and ground black pepper, to taste
- Optional garnish: sliced green onions, chives, fresh cilantro, toasted sesame seeds, chopped peanuts, crunchy chow mein noodles, and/or a squeeze of fresh lime juice
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground meat and cook, stirring occasionally, until it’s no longer pink, about 5–7 minutes. Drain off any excess grease, then return the meat to the skillet.
- Step 2: Add diced sweet onion, sesame oil, and rice vinegar to the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently, until the onion is tender and translucent, about 4–5 minutes.
- Step 3: Stir in the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, minced garlic, and ginger. Then add the coleslaw mix and grated carrots to the skillet. Cook, stirring regularly, until the cabbage wilts and softens, about 5–7 more minutes.
- Step 4: Remove the skillet from heat. Stir in the thinly sliced green onions and season the dish with kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste. Optionally, garnish with sliced green onions, chives, fresh cilantro, toasted sesame seeds, chopped peanuts, crunchy chow mein noodles, or a squeeze of fresh lime juice before serving.
Tips & Variations
- Use ground pork for a more authentic egg roll flavor or chicken for a lighter option.
- Add extra hoisin sauce if you prefer a sweeter, richer sauce.
- For added crunch, top with toasted sesame seeds or crunchy chow mein noodles just before serving.
- Feel free to customize the vegetables by adding bell peppers or mushrooms.
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over medium heat or microwave until warmed through, adding a splash of water if needed to keep the vegetables moist.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make this recipe vegetarian?
Yes, substitute the ground meat with firm tofu, tempeh, or a plant-based meat alternative. Sauté until cooked and follow the rest of the recipe as is.
Is this dish gluten-free?
To make it gluten-free, use tamari or a gluten-free soy sauce and check that your hoisin sauce is gluten-free, as some brands contain wheat.
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Egg Roll in a Bowl Recipe
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Low Carb
Description
Egg Roll in a Bowl is a quick and flavorful stir-fry dish that captures the classic taste of egg rolls without the wrapper. Ground meat is cooked with fresh vegetables and a savory blend of soy sauce, hoisin, garlic, and ginger, making it a perfect low-carb, easy weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Protein and Vegetables
- 1 lb. ground meat (such as pork, beef, or chicken)
- 1 small sweet onion, diced
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 (16 ounce) bag coleslaw mix
- ½ cup grated or matchstick carrots
Flavorings and Sauces
- 2 teaspoons minced fresh garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger or 1 ½ tablespoons grated fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- ¼ cup less sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce (or add extra 1 tablespoon for a sweeter, richer sauce)
Seasonings and Garnishes
- Kosher salt and ground black pepper, to taste
- Optional garnish: sliced green onions, chives, fresh cilantro, toasted sesame seeds, chopped peanuts, crunchy chow mein noodles, and/or a squeeze of fresh lime juice
Instructions
- Cook the Meat: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground meat and cook, stirring occasionally, until it’s no longer pink, about 5–7 minutes. Drain off any excess grease, then return the meat to the skillet.
- Sauté Onion and Add Flavorings: Add diced sweet onion, sesame oil, and rice vinegar to the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently, until the onion is tender and translucent, about 4–5 minutes.
- Combine Sauces and Vegetables: Stir in the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, minced garlic, and ginger. Then add the coleslaw mix and grated carrots to the skillet. Cook, stirring regularly, until the cabbage wilts and softens, about 5–7 more minutes.
- Finish and Season: Remove the skillet from heat. Stir in the thinly sliced green onions and season the dish with kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste. Optionally, garnish with sliced green onions, chives, fresh cilantro, toasted sesame seeds, chopped peanuts, crunchy chow mein noodles, or a squeeze of fresh lime juice before serving.
Notes
- Use ground pork for a more traditional egg roll flavor or ground chicken for a lighter option.
- For extra sweetness, increase the hoisin sauce by 1 tablespoon.
- Leftovers store well in the fridge for 3–4 days and reheat quickly in a skillet or microwave.
- You can make this recipe vegetarian by substituting tofu or a plant-based protein and using vegetarian hoisin and soy sauces.
- To keep it low-carb, omit the crunchy garnishes like chow mein noodles or peanuts.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American Asian Fusion
Keywords: egg roll in a bowl, low carb egg roll recipe, easy skillet egg roll, ground meat stir fry, quick dinner recipe
