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A quick and flavorful one-skillet dish inspired by classic egg rolls, featuring ground pork and a mix of cabbage and carrots tossed in a savory soy-ginger sauce, ready in about 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground pork (or ground turkey, chicken, or beef)
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated (or 1 tsp ground ginger)
  • 1 bag (14 oz) coleslaw mix (shredded cabbage & carrots)
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sriracha or chili paste (optional)
  • Salt & pepper, to taste
  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
  • Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Add ground pork and break it up with a spatula; cook until browned.
  3. Stir in diced onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger; cook 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  4. Toss in the coleslaw mix and cook 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender but still slightly crunchy.
  5. Pour in soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sriracha (optional); mix and cook 1–2 minutes to combine flavors.
  6. Remove the pan from the heat and sprinkle with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

Do not overcook the meat to keep it juicy., Keep some crunch in the vegetables by not overcooking., Use a large skillet to allow even cooking and prevent spills., Can be made ahead and tastes better the next day after flavors meld., Freezes well for up to 3 months; thaw before reheating., Customize with different proteins like chicken, turkey, beef, tofu, or tempeh., Add extra veggies such as bell peppers, zucchini, or broccoli for more nutrients., Adjust heat level by increasing sriracha or adding red pepper flakes., Serve with steamed jasmine rice, cauliflower rice, or gluten-free noodles for a fuller meal.

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