Ingredients
Scale
Gather your ingredients, and let’s create something wonderful together. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium head of green cabbage, sliced thinly
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a bit of heat)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish (optional)
If you’re feeling adventurous, you can swap the olive oil for sesame oil to add a nutty depth, or use turkey mince instead of beef for a lighter version. Just like when I was in our Devon kitchen, the beauty of cooking lies in making it your own.
Instructions
Let’s dive into the process, one step at a time, as we whip up this delightful stir fry:
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, cooking and breaking it apart with a wooden spoon until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Once the beef is browned, add the sliced onions and minced garlic. Cook until the onions are soft and translucent, around 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the soy sauce, ground ginger, and red pepper flakes. Let the flavors meld together for a minute or so.
- Add the sliced cabbage to the skillet. Stir well, ensuring the cabbage is coated with the beef mixture. Cook until the cabbage is tender but still has a slight crunch, about 5-6 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. If you like a bit of a kick, you can sprinkle in more red pepper flakes.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Cooking is like painting a picture, and each step adds a new layer to the story. Keep an eye on the colors and aromas, and don’t be afraid to adjust the seasoning to your liking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International