Description
This Egg Roll Stir-Fry is a quick and flavorful dish featuring ground chicken and a medley of fresh vegetables cooked in a savory blend of soy sauce, ginger, and sesame oil. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, it combines the delicious flavors of an egg roll in a healthy, stir-fried bowl-ready form.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Oils
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
Vegetables
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Sauces and Seasonings
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Cook the chicken: Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground chicken and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks to ensure even cooking and a crumbly texture.
- Sauté aromatics: Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the onion softens and the garlic becomes fragrant, building the flavor base of the dish.
- Add vegetables: Stir in shredded cabbage and carrots. Continue cooking for 5-6 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still retain a slight crunch, maintaining a fresh texture.
- Season the stir-fry: Pour in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, grated ginger, and pepper. Stir well to evenly distribute the seasonings and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to marry the flavors and heat through.
- Finish and serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Sprinkle chopped green onions over the top as a fresh garnish and serve immediately for best taste and texture.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute ground chicken with tofu or tempeh crumbles.
- Adjust soy sauce quantity to taste or use a low-sodium version for reduced salt intake.
- Add red pepper flakes or sriracha for a spicy kick.
- Serve over steamed rice or noodles to make it a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
