4.69 192 Published Jan 30, 2024, Updated Oct 29, 2024
Why I Love This Recipe
Tastes like an egg roll – It has all the flavors of egg rolls minus the fried wrapper. Easy – This recipe comes together in under 30 minutes, with a minimal prep work and everything is made in one skillet for easy clean up! Healthy – It’s low-carb, gluten-free and dairy-free.
Ingredients Needed for Egg Roll In a Bowl
How to Make Egg Roll in a Bowl
Does an Egg Roll Have Eggs in it?
I keep getting this question so here we go! Egg rolls get their name from the outer layer, which is a fried wrapper that has egg in the dough so typically eggs aren’t used in the stuffing of egg rolls.
ground turkey or ground chicken – I prefer to use turkey or chicken in this recipe because they’re leaner, but you can also use a lean ground beef or ground pork. yellow onion – we’re sautéing the onion with the ginger and garlic before adding the coleslaw mix to create a flavorful, savory base to this dish. fresh garlic – fresh garlic is key here for optimal flavor. Of course you can take a shortcut method and buy peeled garlic, jarred minced garlic or frozen crushed garlic cubes. I just wouldn’t recommend swapping the fresh garlic for garlic powder. fresh ginger – fresh ginger gives this dish the best flavor. Mince the ginger yourself or buy frozen ginger cubes for easier prep. I always have these in the freezer. coleslaw mix – store-bought coleslaw mix is what makes this recipe so easy! Feel free to also use broccoli slaw if that’s all you can find. You can totally shred your own cabbage and carrots if you prefer, but using the bagged mix saves a ton of time. toasted sesame oil – this adds a nutty flavor to the dish. I highly recommend using sesame oil but in pinch you can use another option in your pantry like olive oil or avocado oil. low sodium soy sauce – this adds robust flavor and saltiness to the dish. As I mention in the recipe you can use low-sodium tamari for a gluten-free option or coconut aminos. I often use the coconut aminos because it’s gluten-free and I love that it has a hint of sweetness. sriracha sauce or sambal oelek – either of these ingredients will add a nice hint of spice and flavor. If you don’t want the dish to be spicy at all, simply omit it! If you like more flavor and spice, you can always add more or add a dash of red pepper flakes. green onions – for serving, green onions add a nice freshness and added flavor to this dish.
That said, you can totally scramble an egg into this mixture if you’d like! It will add more protein and a bit of egg flavor. Once the ground meat and cabbage is combined, create a well in the center of the skillet, add an egg and scramble until the egg is cooked through, then plate and serve.
Recipe Variations
Want to add more vegetables? Go for it! Some ideas include frozen peas or corn, chopped mushrooms and/or finely sliced bell peppers. Pick your favorites and add them in. Just know that if you add a ton more veggies, you’ll probably want to add more soy sauce and sriracha to keep the dish just as flavorful. Use a different protein – I prefer to use a lean protein like ground turkey or chicken, but you can use ground pork or ground beef if that’s what you have on hand. For a vegetarian option, you could add scrambled eggs, tofu or tempeh instead of ground meat. I actually have a tofu egg roll in a bowl recipes in my cookbook, Mostly Veggies.
How to Serve
This dish is definitely a full meal, but if you want to add different toppings or serve it with a grain go for it. Here are some ideas:
With toppings: I like keeping the toppings for this bowl fresh and simple with green onions, cilantro, sesame seeds and more sriracha or chili crisp. If you want something crunchy try serving this dish topped with chopped peanuts or almonds. If you’re an aioli lover you can mix sriracha with mayo for a spicy aioli to top this meal off with something creamy! Lately we’ve been topping our bowls with a drizzle of yum yum sauce. Over rice: You can totally serve the egg roll in a bowl straight up, but if you’re looking for more volume and veggies (without extra carbs) feel free to cook up some cauliflower rice and serve the egg roll in a bowl over top! You can also serve it over regular rice or even quinoa if you prefer.
How to Meal Prep
You can totally meal prep this recipe by making it as is or doubling it for more servings. Cook it completely and store individual servings in airtight containers. It’s an easy meal to bring to work or heat up for a busy weeknight. If I’m being honest, I’ve also eaten it cold, straight from the fridge. It’s that good!
How to Store Leftovers
This egg roll in a bowl recipe stores really well in the fridge! It should last 4-5 days in the refrigerator when stored in an airtight container. When you’re ready to enjoy, heat it up over the stovetop or in the microwave.
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