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High-Protein Ground Beef Stir Fry with Cabbage and Green Onions

A quick and easy 30-minute stir fry packed with over 30g of protein per serving. Made with lean ground beef, crispy cabbage, and a soy-ginger sauce — perfect for low-carb weeknight dinners or meal prep.

Ingredients
  

  • For the Sauce
  • - 1/2 cup soy sauce or coconut aminos for paleo/Whole30
  • - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • - 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • - 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
  • - 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • For the Stir Fry
  • - 1 tablespoon avocado or vegetable oil
  • - 1 pound lean ground beef 93–96% lean
  • - 4 cloves garlic minced
  • - 1-inch piece fresh ginger grated
  • - 1 head green cabbage thinly sliced (about 8 cups)
  • - 4–6 green onions chopped
  • - Salt and pepper to taste
  • - Sesame seeds for garnish

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Sauce: Whisk soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl. Set aside.
  2. Cook the Beef: Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add garlic and ginger; sauté 30 seconds until fragrant. Add ground beef, breaking it apart. Cook 5–7 minutes until browned. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. Add the Cabbage: Add cabbage and pour in the sauce. Stir well and cook 5–7 minutes until cabbage softens but stays crisp.
  4. Finish and Serve: Add half the green onions and stir. Garnish with sesame seeds and remaining green onions before serving.

Notes

Nutrition Information (per serving)
Calories: 330 kcal
Protein: 32 g
Carbohydrates: 15 g
Fat: 16 g
Fiber: 4 g
Sugar: 5 g
Notes
- Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 5 days.
- Reheat on stovetop or microwave.
- Serve over cauliflower rice for low-carb meals, or brown rice/quinoa for balanced carbs.
- Substitute with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner version.