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Mongolian Cabbage with Ground Beef

Savor Mongolian Cabbage with Ground Beef in One Pan

Delight in this easy recipe for Mongolian Cabbage with Ground Beef, a quick, one-pan meal that's perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mongolian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Main Dish
  • 1 pound lean ground beef use 80/20 for less grease
  • 4 cups cabbage any type, including green or Napa
  • 1 medium onion yellow or white, can substitute with shallots
  • 3 cloves garlic minced, fresh is best
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce tamari for gluten-free option
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce optional, can substitute with hoisin
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil vegetable oil can be used as substitute
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated, ground can work if needed
  • to taste black pepper
  • to taste salt
For Garnishing
  • 2 scallions green onions chopped
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds optional, can use toasted pumpkin seeds

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by prepping your ingredients for Mongolian Cabbage with Ground Beef. Shred the cabbage into thin strips, chop the onion into small pieces, mince the garlic finely, and grate the fresh ginger.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the ground beef. Cook it for about 5-7 minutes until it’s nicely browned and no longer pink.
  3. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and minced garlic and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until the onion turns translucent and fragrant.
  4. Next, stir in the shredded cabbage and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the cabbage starts to wilt.
  5. Pour in the soy sauce, optional oyster sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, and season with black pepper and salt. Stir everything together well.
  6. Continue to cook the mixture for an additional 5-7 minutes until the cabbage is tender but not overcooked.
  7. Once cooked, turn off the heat and serve your Mongolian Cabbage with Ground Beef. Garnish generously with chopped green onions and sprinkle sesame seeds on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This dish is meal prep-friendly and can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days for quick meals.

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