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Easy Whole30 Egg Roll in a Bowl Recipe with Crispy Veggies Made Perfect

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A quick, flavorful, and Whole30-compliant egg roll in a bowl featuring ground pork and crispy sautéed cabbage and carrots. Perfect for busy weeknights and healthy meals without the fuss of traditional egg rolls.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground pork (preferably pasture-raised)
  • 4 cups green cabbage, shredded
  • 1 cup carrots, shredded
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated (or 1 tsp ground ginger)
  • 1/4 cup coconut aminos (Whole30-approved soy sauce alternative)
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 green onions, sliced (optional, for garnish)
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prep Your Veggies (10 minutes): Shred 4 cups of green cabbage and 1 cup of carrots using a grater or food processor. Dice the onion finely and mince garlic cloves. Grate fresh ginger carefully.
  2. Heat the Skillet (2 minutes): Place your skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of avocado oil. Let it warm up until it shimmers.
  3. Cook the Ground Pork (8-10 minutes): Add the ground pork to the hot skillet. Break it up with a wooden spoon, stirring often. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Once mostly cooked with some golden bits, remove pork with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  4. Sauté Onions, Garlic, and Ginger (3-4 minutes): In the same skillet, add a touch more oil if needed. Toss in diced onions, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Stir frequently until onions soften and mixture becomes fragrant.
  5. Cook the Veggies (6-8 minutes): Add shredded cabbage and carrots to the skillet. Stir well to coat with onion mixture. Let veggies cook undisturbed for a couple of minutes to develop charred edges, then stir and repeat until cabbage is tender but still crunchy.
  6. Combine Pork and Sauce (3 minutes): Return cooked pork to skillet. Pour in 1/4 cup coconut aminos and sprinkle red pepper flakes if using. Mix thoroughly and cook for another 2-3 minutes to meld flavors.
  7. Final Touches (1-2 minutes): Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan to avoid steaming the cabbage. Let the cabbage sit undisturbed for short bursts to develop crispy, golden edges. Use avocado oil for its high smoke point. If pan gets too dry, add a splash of water to prevent burning. Garlic should be added after onions soften to avoid bitterness. Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat best in a skillet to maintain crispiness.

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