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High Protein Egg Roll in a Bowl

One-skillet dinner featuring ground turkey, cabbage, and savory Asian seasonings for a keto-friendly, high-protein meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian-inspired
Calories: 293

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1 pound ground turkey 93% lean
  • 1 small sweet onion finely diced
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 3 cloves garlic finely minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger finely minced
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 small head cabbage about 8 cups shredded
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce or Tamari
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • cooked white rice optional for serving
  • green onions green parts only, thinly sliced, optional for serving
  • toasted sesame seeds optional for serving
  • sriracha mayo optional for serving

Equipment

  • Large skillet with lid
  • wooden spoon or spatula
  • Sharp knife for shredding cabbage

Method
 

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until almost cooked through, about 5-6 minutes.
  2. Push the turkey to one side of the pan and add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the cleared space. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it begins to soften.
  3. Add the shredded carrots, minced garlic, and fresh ginger. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  5. Add the shredded cabbage, soy sauce or Tamari, rice vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine and cover with a lid.
  6. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 12-15 minutes, stirring every 4-5 minutes, until the cabbage reaches your desired tenderness.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in the toasted sesame oil.
  8. Serve over white rice if desired, and top with green onions, toasted sesame seeds, and sriracha mayo.

Notes

Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container for 3-4 days. Reheat on the stovetop with a splash of broth or water. Do not freeze as cabbage becomes mushy when thawed. Substitutions: Use ground pork or chicken instead of turkey. Coconut aminos replace soy sauce for Whole30. Coleslaw mix works as a shortcut. Variations: Add water chestnuts for crunch, or top with a fried egg for extra protein and richness. Serving: Enjoy as-is for low-carb, over white or jasmine rice for a heartier meal, or over cauliflower rice for keto.