Ground Beef Cabbage Stir-Fry

Yield

4 servings · 4 portions

Cook time

15–20 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 4 cups cabbage, thinly sliced
• 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium carrot, julienned
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce, optional
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons water or beef broth

Method

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce (if using), sesame oil, black pepper, and water or beef broth.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a 12-inch deep skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
3. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it into small crumbles, until browned and fully cooked to 160°F (71°C). Drain excess fat if needed.
4. Transfer the beef to a plate.
5. Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the skillet.
6. Add the sliced onion and carrot. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until slightly softened.
7. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
8. Add the sliced cabbage and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes, until it begins to soften but retains a little crunch.
9. Return the cooked beef to the skillet and toss with the vegetables.
10. Pour in the prepared sauce and stir-fry for another 2 minutes, until everything is evenly coated and heated through.
11. Transfer to a serving dish and serve hot.

Kitchen notes

Timing guide:
Cook time: 15–20 minutes

Practical Woman's Secret
Keep the heat fairly high when cooking the cabbage and avoid overcrowding the skillet. This helps preserve its slightly crisp texture instead of making it watery.