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Low-Carb Mongolian Ground Beef and Cabbage: 20-Minute Meal

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Indulge in this delightful Low-Carb Mongolian Ground Beef and Cabbage: 20-Minute Meal, perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping. This quick recipe combines savory ground beef with tender cabbage, all enveloped in a sweet and tangy sauce. It’s an easy, satisfying dish that everyone will enjoy, including the little ones! Serve it alone or over cauliflower rice for an extra touch of flavor while keeping it low-carb. With just a handful of ingredients and simple steps, you can create a comforting meal that doesn’t compromise on taste or health.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb Ground Beef
  • ½ Head Cabbage, chopped
  • 1 Tbsp Sesame Oil
  • 8 Cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 Tbsp Ginger, minced
  • ½ Cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce
  • ¼ Cup Hoisin Sauce
  • 1 Cup Beef Broth
  • ½ Tsp Red Pepper Flakes
  • 2 Tbsp Brown Sugar Swerve
  • 3 Tsp Cornstarch
  • ⅓ Cup Green Onions, diced
  • 1 Tbsp Sesame Seeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Chop cabbage into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and brown for about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Push beef to one side; add garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
  4. Stir in cabbage and red pepper flakes; cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
  5. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and brown sugar swerve.
  6. Combine cornstarch with beef broth to create a slurry; add to the sauce mixture.
  7. Pour sauce over meat and cabbage; stir well and cook until thickened (2-3 minutes).
  8. Finish with diced green onions before serving.

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