Mongolian Ground Beef and Cabbage (Printable Version)
A flavorful skillet dinner combining ground beef, cabbage, and Asian-inspired seasonings, ready in just 25 minutes.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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450 g ground beef
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1/2 small onion, finely diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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3 cups green cabbage, finely shredded
→ Sauce & Seasonings
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2 tbsp soy sauce (or coconut aminos)
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1 tbsp sesame oil
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1 tbsp rice vinegar
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1 tsp ground ginger
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1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
→ Garnish
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2 green onions, sliced
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1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (optional)
# Steps:
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Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until fully browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
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Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring often, until fragrant and softened.
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Stir in the shredded cabbage. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage softens but still keeps a slight texture.
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Add soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, ground ginger, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together and cook for another 2–3 minutes so the flavors blend.
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Remove from heat. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving. Serve warm, on its own or over cauliflower rice.
# Notes:
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Use finely shredded cabbage for better texture
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Don't skip the sesame oil — it gives the dish its signature flavor
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Taste before serving and adjust salt if needed
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This recipe doubles easily for meal prep