Keto Egg Roll in a Bowl
A quick, one-pan Asian-inspired keto dinner ready in under 30 minutes.
Key Info
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Calories: 320 per serving
- Fat: 22g
- Protein: 25g
- Net Carbs: 4g
- Difficulty: Easy
- Tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free
Equipment Needed
- Large skillet or wok (12-inch minimum)
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Measuring spoons
- Alternative: Dutch oven or deep sauté pan
Ingredients
Main Components:
- 450g/1lb ground pork (or turkey for a leaner option)
- 400g/14oz coleslaw mix (or shredded cabbage)
- 60g/¼ cup diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh grated ginger
Sauce:
- 45ml/3 tbsp coconut aminos (or tamari sauce)
- 15ml/1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 5ml/1 tsp sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish:
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- Hot sauce (optional)
Method
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- Heat your skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add ground pork, breaking it up with your spoon (cook until no pink remains, about 7 minutes).
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- Push meat to one side, add onion, garlic, and ginger to the empty space (cook 1 minute until fragrant).
- Mix meat and aromatics together.
- Add coleslaw mix and stir to combine.
- Pour in coconut aminos, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.
- Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cabbage is tender-crisp.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
Crucial Tips
- Don’t overcook the cabbage – it should have some crunch.
- Use pre-shredded coleslaw mix to save time.
- Drain excess fat after cooking meat if desired.
- Taste before adding salt – coconut aminos are naturally salty.
Storage & Scaling
- Keeps in fridge for 3 days.
- Freezes well for up to 2 months.
- Double recipe using same cooking times.
- Reheat in skillet for best texture.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Overcrowding the pan.
- Using low heat (prevents proper browning).
- Skipping the ginger (crucial for authentic flavor).
- Adding all sauce at once (can make dish too wet).
Variations
- Ground chicken or turkey version.
- Add scrambled eggs for extra protein.
- Spicy version: add chili oil or red pepper flakes.
- Vegetarian option: use crumbled firm tofu.
Perfect when you’re craving Chinese takeout but staying keto. The key to success is high heat and quick cooking to maintain the vegetables’ texture while developing those beautiful caramelized flavors.
