Chinese Ground Beef Stir Fry (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 1 pound ground beef
02 - 4 cups green cabbage, sliced
03 - 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced (or any preferred mushrooms)
04 - 4 green onions, chopped (plus additional for garnish)
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 inch ginger, minced
07 - 3 tablespoons soy sauce
08 - 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
09 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
10 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for cooking)
11 - Salt and pepper to taste
12 - Cooked rice (for serving)

# Instructions:

01 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
02 - Add minced garlic and ginger, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.
03 - Add ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
04 - Stir in sliced mushrooms and cook for another 3-4 minutes until softened.
05 - Add sliced cabbage, stirring until it wilts and softens, about 5-7 more minutes.
06 - Pour in soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), and sesame oil. Stir well to coat all ingredients evenly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
07 - Remove from heat and toss in chopped green onions.
08 - Serve over cooked rice and garnish with extra green onions if desired.

# Notes:

01 - For a leaner option, substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef.
02 - Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, or snap peas.
03 - For a low-carb meal, serve the stir fry on its own or with cauliflower rice.
04 - This dish stores well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days in an airtight container.
05 - For best results, use high heat and don't overcrowd the pan - this helps seal in flavors and keeps vegetables crisp.
06 - Prep all ingredients before you start cooking, as stir-frying is a quick process.

Back