Egg Roll in a Bowl

This egg roll in a bowl recipe is made with ground beef, coleslaw mix, garlic, ginger, and soy sauce, designed for easy weeknight meals and ready in about 20 minutes.

This egg roll in a bowl recipe delivers all the flavor of classic egg rolls without the wrapper. Using ground beef instead of pork or chicken creates a richer, more savory base that holds up well to bold seasonings. It’s an easy, one-pan dinner that fits naturally into a low-carb lifestyle.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Ready in under 30 minutes
• Made in one large skillet
• Naturally low carb and gluten-free adaptable
• Uses coleslaw mix for convenience
• Bold, savory flavor without added sugar

Ingredients You’ll Need

• Ground beef
• Coleslaw mix (or shredded cabbage)
• Diced onion
• Garlic
• Ginger
• Low-sodium soy sauce
• Toasted sesame oil
• Neutral cooking oil
• Rice vinegar
• Fish sauce (optional, for depth)
• Black Pepper
• Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Egg Roll In A Bowl

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Servings: 3

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 lb lean ground beef 85/15 or 90/10
• 1 tablespoon avocado oil or olive oil
• 1 small yellow or white onion diced
• 3 cloves garlic minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
• 2 cups coleslaw mix plain cabbage blend
• ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1½ teaspoons toasted sesame oil
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• Optional: pinch red pepper flakes
• Garnish optional
• Sliced green onions
• Toasted sesame seeds

Method

 

1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add ground beef and diced onion. Cook 7–9 minutes, breaking up the beef, until fully cooked and onion is softened. Drain excess fat if needed.
3. Add garlic and ginger. Cook 30–45 seconds until fragrant.
4. Stir in coleslaw mix. Cook 3–4 minutes, stirring often, until cabbage softens but still has a slight crunch.
5. Add soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well and cook 2–3 minutes until evenly coated.
6. Remove from heat. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

We tested this recipe using different ground meats and found that ground beef delivers the most savory, restaurant-style flavor without needing added sugar. For best results, allow the beef to brown fully before stirring to develop depth and prevent excess moisture.

Tips for Best Results

• Use 85/15 or 90/10 ground beef for balance
• Do not overcook the cabbage — crisp texture matters
• Add sesame oil at the end for aroma, not during browning

Variations & Substitutions

• Protein: Ground chicken, ground turkey, or ground pork
• Lower sodium: Coconut aminos instead of soy sauce
• Spicy: Add chili crisp or extra red pepper flakes
• Keto: Serve with cauliflower rice

Serving Suggestions

Serve this egg roll bowl on its own or over cauliflower rice for a filling low-carb meal. It pairs well with simple sides like sautéed green beans or cucumber salad.