Cabbage and beef stir-fry

Cabbage is packed with antioxidants ("cancer-fighters") and can also help to lower LDL cholesterol ("bad cholesterol").

Ingredients

1 pound extra-lean (95 percent) ground beef
1 1/2 cups thinly sliced sweet onion
2 cups grated carrots
1 medium head cabbage, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon sea salt

Directions

Brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. (You can also brown the ground beef in a wok.)
When beef is almost done, add onions and carrots. Cook for 5 minutes, until slightly softened.
Add cabbage and spices. Cook for another 10 minutes or until cabbage is softened.
Serve warm.

Makes 6 servings

Carb choices per serving: 1

Source: Allina Health's Patient Education Department

Reviewed By: Allina Health's Patient Education Department

First Published: 02/21/2014

Last Reviewed: 02/21/2014

Cabbage is packed with antioxidants ("cancer-fighters") and can also help to lower LDL cholesterol ("bad cholesterol"). This quick dish can also be made in your slow cooker! After browning the ground beef, add it to a large bowl with the vegetables. Add spices and mix well. Put the mixture in a slow cooker and cook on low heat for 3 to 4 hours.