Keto Egg Roll Bowl (Print Version)

Flavorful low-carb stir-fry with ground turkey, fresh vegetables, and sesame oil in a simple bowl.

# What You Need:

→ Protein

01 - 1 pound ground turkey

→ Vegetables

02 - 4 cups coleslaw mix (shredded cabbage and carrots)
03 - 4 green onions, sliced
04 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 inch fresh ginger, minced

→ Sauces and Oils

06 - 2 tablespoons sesame oil, divided
07 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce or coconut aminos
08 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar

→ Garnishes

09 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds, optional
10 - Extra sliced green onions, optional

# How To Make:

01 - Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
02 - Add the ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until browned and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes.
03 - Stir in the garlic, ginger, and half of the green onions. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Add the coleslaw mix and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, until vegetables are just tender but still crisp.
05 - Pour in the soy sauce or coconut aminos and rice vinegar. Drizzle with the remaining sesame oil. Toss to combine and heat through for another 1-2 minutes.
06 - Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
07 - Remove from heat. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and extra green onions, if desired. Serve hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes like takeout but comes together in 30 minutes flat, which means you're not tempted to order delivery.
  • Ground turkey keeps it lean without sacrificing that savory, deeply satisfying flavor that makes you feel like you're treating yourself.
  • The sesame oil and ginger combo hits all your comfort food buttons while staying completely keto-friendly.
02 -
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when browning turkey, or it'll steam instead of sear, and you'll lose that caramelized flavor that makes this taste special.
  • Sesame oil burns easily, so if you're using high heat, add it at the very end as a finishing drizzle rather than as your cooking oil.
03 -
  • Buy pre-minced ginger in tubes or jars if you're short on time, and it tastes nearly identical to fresh when you're using small amounts.
  • Toast your own sesame seeds in a dry pan for 2 minutes if you have them, because the aroma is completely different from store-bought and worth the extra step.
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