Description
Egg Roll in a Bowl is a delicious, low-carb, and quick stir-fry dish that captures all the flavors of a classic egg roll without the wrapper. Made with lean ground turkey, fresh vegetables, and a savory Asian-inspired sauce, this recipe is perfect for a healthy and satisfying weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Vegetables
- 1 lb. ground turkey
- ½ cup yellow onion, finely diced
- 5 cups green cabbage, shredded
- 1 cup carrots, shaved & roughly chopped
- 2 large eggs, whisked until frothy
Sauce and Seasonings
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons peanut oil (or olive or avocado oil), divided
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Asian chili garlic sauce
- ½ teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
- 1/8 teaspoon white pepper
Garnish
- Green onions, sliced
- Toasted sesame seeds
- Fried wonton strips
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: Mix together the chicken broth, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, honey, Asian chili garlic sauce, sesame oil (if using), and white pepper in a small bowl and set aside to combine the flavors.
- Scramble the eggs: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the whisked eggs and scramble until fully cooked. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Cook the turkey and onions: Season the ground turkey with salt and pepper. Heat the remaining tablespoon of oil in the same skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the turkey for 3 minutes, then add the onions and continue cooking for 5-6 minutes or until the turkey is thoroughly cooked and no longer pink. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Simmer the sauce: Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet. Use a silicone spatula to scrape any browned bits from the bottom and sides for added flavor. Let the sauce gently bubble and simmer for about 4 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Cook the vegetables: Add the shredded cabbage and chopped carrots to the skillet. Cook for 5-6 minutes until vegetables are tender but still have a slight crunch, stirring occasionally.
- Combine all components: Return the cooked turkey mixture and scrambled eggs to the skillet with the vegetables and sauce. Toss well to combine and warm through.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle the dish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve topped with fried wonton strips for added texture and crunch.
Notes
- Use ground turkey for a leaner option; ground pork or beef can be substituted for a richer flavor.
- For a gluten-free alternative, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.
- Add an extra kick by increasing the Asian chili garlic sauce to your taste preference.
- To keep it low-carb, omit the fried wonton strips or substitute with crushed pork rinds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 406 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 862 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 151 mg
