Easy Egg Roll in a Bowl with Ground Turkey and Cabbage
Make the best Egg Roll in a Bowl with ground turkey and cabbage in just 20 minutes! After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to getting that crispy texture you love in takeout egg rolls, right at home. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Grilled Corn with Chili Lime Yogurt Sauce and Easy Salsa Verde Chicken Recipe for Quick Flavorful Dinner.
Why This Easy Egg Roll in a Bowl with Ground Turkey and Cabbage Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy texture like takeout egg rolls
- Healthier with ground turkey and cabbage
- Ready in just 20 minutes
- Better than takeout!
What You'll Need for Easy Egg Roll in a Bowl with Ground Turkey and Cabbage
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- ground turkey
- cabbage
- carrots
- green onions
- garlic
- soy sauce
- sesame oil
- garlic
- ginger
- red pepper flakes
- Optional: sesame seeds
- Optional: chopped green onions
- Optional: sriracha
📝 Ingredient Notes
- ground turkey: You can also use ground pork or chicken.
- cabbage: Green or savoy cabbage works best.
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How to Make Easy Egg Roll in a Bowl with Ground Turkey and Cabbage
- Step 1: In a large skillet, cook ground turkey over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Step 2: Add carrots, cabbage, garlic, and ginger to the skillet. Cook until the cabbage is wilted and the carrots are tender.
- Step 3: Stir in soy sauce, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Cook for another 2 minutes.
- Step 4: Garnish with sesame seeds, chopped green onions, and serve with sriracha if desired.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Egg Roll in a Bowl with Ground Turkey and Cabbage
- Common mistake and fix: Overcooking can make the cabbage soggy. To prevent this, cook until the cabbage is just wilted and still has some crunch.
- Pro tip: For extra flavor, add a splash of rice vinegar or lime juice before serving.
- Pro tip: To make this dish spicy, add some diced jalapeño or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
Storing & Reheating Easy Egg Roll in a Bowl with Ground Turkey and Cabbage
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: You can prep the vegetables and meat ahead of time. Store separately in the fridge until ready to cook.
Freezing Easy Egg Roll in a Bowl with Ground Turkey and Cabbage
Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a gluten-free version, use tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the ground turkey with tofu or chickpeas for a vegetarian version.
- Make-ahead: This dish can be made ahead and reheated for a quick meal.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the dish is too dry, add a little more soy sauce or sesame oil before serving.
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Easy Egg Roll in a Bowl with Ground Turkey and Cabbage
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- ground turkey
- cabbage
- carrots
- green onions
- garlic
Seasonings
- soy sauce
- sesame oil
- garlic
- ginger
- red pepper flakes
Optional Toppings
- sesame seeds
- chopped green onions
- sriracha
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large skillet, cook ground turkey over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Step 2: Add carrots, cabbage, garlic, and ginger to the skillet. Cook until the cabbage is wilted and the carrots are tender.
- Step 3: Stir in soy sauce, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Cook for another 2 minutes.
- Step 4: Garnish with sesame seeds, chopped green onions, and serve with sriracha if desired.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a gluten-free version, use tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the ground turkey with tofu or chickpeas for a vegetarian version.
- Make-ahead: This dish can be made ahead and reheated for a quick meal.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the dish is too dry, add a little more soy sauce or sesame oil before serving.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
- Make ahead: You can prep the vegetables and meat ahead of time. Store separately in the fridge until ready to cook.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 250
- Protein: 20g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbs: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Cholesterol: 60mg
- Sat. Fat: 2g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Egg Roll in a Bowl with Ground Turkey and Cabbage FAQs
Yes, you can prep the vegetables and meat ahead of time. Store separately in the fridge until ready to cook.
Overcooking can make the cabbage soggy. To prevent this, cook until the cabbage is just wilted and still has some crunch.
Yes, you can freeze individual portions for up to 2 months.
To make this dish spicy, add some diced jalapeño or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
Yes, this recipe is gluten-free. However, always check your specific ingredients to ensure they are certified gluten-free.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Egg Roll in a Bowl with Ground Turkey and Cabbage and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
