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High Protein Egg Roll In A Bowl

High Protein Egg Roll In A Bowl (Low Carb Keto Friendly)

A quick, flavorful, and low-carb alternative to traditional egg rolls, featuring seasoned ground pork and wilted cabbage tossed in an addictive savory-sweet Asian sauce. Perfect for a weeknight meal!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American-Chinese, Asian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1.5 pounds Lean Ground Pork Or ground turkey or chicken
  • 1 tablespoon Neutral Cooking Oil Such as avocado or canola
  • 1 large Yellow Onion Finely chopped
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Grated or finely minced
  • 1 package (14-16 oz) Shredded Coleslaw Mix Cabbage and carrots mix
  • 1/2 cup Low Sodium Chicken Broth (Optional, helps prevent sticking)
For the Sauce & Seasoning
  • 1/4 cup Low Sodium Soy Sauce Or Tamari/Coconut Aminos for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha or Chili Garlic Sauce Adjust to desired heat
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
For Garnish
  • 3 stalks Green Onions Thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon Toasted Sesame Seeds

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Small Mixing Bowl
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Heat the neutral oil in a large skillet, wok, or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the chopped yellow onion and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until translucent.
  2. Add the ground pork (or alternative protein) to the skillet. Break up the meat with a wooden spoon and cook until it is fully browned, about 6 to 8 minutes. Drain any excess grease from the skillet and discard.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium. Push the cooked meat to one side of the pan. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the empty space and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir the garlic and ginger into the ground meat mixture.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce (or Tamari), rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, Sriracha, and black pepper. Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the meat and aromatics in the skillet. Stir well to coat all ingredients and allow the mixture to simmer for 1 to 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to marry.
  5. Add the entire bag of shredded coleslaw mix (cabbage and carrots) to the skillet. Stir continuously for 5 to 8 minutes, allowing the cabbage to soften but still retain a slight crunch. If the mixture seems too dry or is starting to stick to the bottom, add the 1/2 cup chicken broth.
  6. Once the cabbage has reached your desired tenderness, remove the skillet from the heat. Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning if necessary (add more soy sauce for saltiness, or more Sriracha for heat).
  7. Divide the egg roll mixture evenly into four separate serving bowls. Garnish each bowl generously with fresh sliced green onions and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds before serving hot.

Notes

To make this recipe strictly Keto or Paleo, ensure you use Coconut Aminos instead of traditional soy sauce, and verify the ingredients in your coleslaw mix do not contain added sugar. This dish is excellent for meal prepping and reheats well throughout the week. For added bulk, serve over cauliflower rice.