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Egg Roll in a Bowl Recipe

4.8 from 110 reviews

Egg Roll in a Bowl is a quick and delicious low-carb recipe that perfectly captures the classic flavors of an egg roll without the wrapper. Ground turkey is sautéed with garlic, scallions, mushrooms, and a crunchy coleslaw mix, then seasoned with ginger, garlic powder, soy sauce, and sesame oil. This one-pan dish is flavorful, easy to prepare, and makes a perfect weeknight meal that can be served on its own or over rice.

Ingredients

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Protein

  • 1 pound ground turkey

Vegetables

  • 1 large minced garlic clove
  • ½ cup sliced scallions
  • 1 cup chopped mushrooms of choice
  • 3 ½ cups coleslaw mix

Seasonings & Oils

  • 2 ½ tablespoons sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon ginger powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 pinches salt
  • 2 pinches pepper
  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce (You can also use tamari or coconut aminos.)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Ground Turkey: Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the ground turkey, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook for about 6 minutes or until the turkey is completely cooked through and no longer pink. Remove the turkey from the pan and set aside in a bowl.
  2. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pan, add 1 tablespoon of sesame oil and brown the minced garlic for about 1 minute over medium heat until fragrant. Then, add the sliced scallions, chopped mushrooms, and coleslaw mix along with the ginger powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes on medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened and slightly tender.
  3. Combine Turkey and Vegetables: Return the cooked ground turkey to the pan. Add the remaining ½ tablespoon of sesame oil and pour in the soy sauce. Stir everything together well and cook for another 2 minutes to let the flavors meld and the dish heat through.
  4. Serve: Serve the Egg Roll in a Bowl hot. It can be enjoyed as is for a low-carb meal or served over a bed of rice. For garnish, add fresh scallions, toasted sesame seeds, and a drizzle of Sriracha to add an extra kick.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground turkey with ground chicken or pork for different flavor variations.
  • Coleslaw mix typically contains shredded cabbage and carrots, but feel free to add shredded bell peppers or snap peas to enhance texture.
  • Adjust soy sauce quantity based on your sodium preference or use tamari for a gluten-free option.
  • Adding fresh ginger instead of ginger powder will deepen the dish’s flavor.
  • For a vegetarian version, swap ground turkey with crumbled tofu or tempeh and use a plant-based soy sauce.
  • To make it spicier, add sliced jalapeños or a splash of chili garlic sauce during the vegetable cooking step.

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