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A savory Beef Egg Roll Bowl with seasoned ground beef, shredded cabbage, and carrots, topped with fresh green onions in a white bowl.

Frugal Feast Beef Egg Roll Bowl

Enjoy all the savory, umami-rich flavors of a classic egg roll without the fuss of wrapping and frying. This deconstructed bowl features seasoned ground beef, crisp-tender vegetables, and a sweet and salty sauce, all coming together in under 30 minutes for the perfect weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Ground Beef 85/15 or 90/10 recommended
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil
  • 1 small Yellow Onion, diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Ginger, grated
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce low-sodium optional
  • 2 tbsp Rice Vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Hoisin Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Brown Sugar or Honey
  • 1 tsp Sriracha or Chili Garlic Sauce optional
  • 2 Green Onions, sliced for garnish
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring spoons
  • Measuring cups
  • Spatula or wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Place a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add the diced onion to the skillet with the beef and cook for 2-3 minutes until it begins to soften. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, and stir constantly for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add the entire bag of coleslaw mix to the skillet. Stir everything together and cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the cabbage is wilted but still crisp-tender.
  4. While the vegetables cook, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, and brown sugar (or honey) in a small bowl. Add sriracha if using.
  5. Pour the sauce over the beef and vegetable mixture. Stir well to coat everything and let it simmer for 1-2 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and the flavors to meld.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. This dish is great on its own or served over rice or noodles.

Notes

For best results, use a large skillet to avoid overcrowding the pan, which helps prevent the vegetables from steaming. Be sure to drain the excess grease from the beef for a cleaner flavor. To customize, you can swap the beef for ground chicken, turkey, or pork. Add extra crunch with water chestnuts or crispy wonton strips. For more heat, add extra sriracha or a pinch of red pepper flakes. The bowl is excellent served over rice, quinoa, or noodles, or with a fried egg on top.