A quick, healthy 20-minute dinner that satisfies your Chinese takeout cravings
KEY INFO
– Prep Time: 10 minutes
– Cook Time: 10 minutes
– Total Time: 20 minutes
– Servings: 4-6
– Difficulty: Easy
– Diet: Low-carb, Weight Watchers-friendly
– WW Points: 4 per serving (with lean ground turkey)
EQUIPMENT NEEDED
– Large skillet or wok
– Cutting board
– Measuring cups/spoons
– Spatula
Alternative: Any large non-stick pan will work
INGREDIENTS
– 1 pound ground turkey or chicken (93% lean)
– 1 (14 oz) bag coleslaw mix
– ½ cup shredded carrots
– 3 green onions, sliced
– 3 garlic cloves, minced
– 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
– ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
– 1 tbsp sesame oil
– 1 tbsp rice vinegar
METHOD
1. Heat large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground meat, breaking it up while cooking until no pink remains (5-7 minutes)
2. Push meat to one side, add sesame oil and garlic to empty side. Cook until fragrant (30 seconds)
3. Add coleslaw mix, carrots, ginger, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Stir to combine with meat
4. Cook until cabbage is just wilted but still slightly crisp (3-5 minutes)
5. Top with sliced green onions and serve hot
CRUCIAL TIPS
– Don’t overcook the cabbage – it should have some crunch
– Drain excess liquid from meat before adding vegetables
– Taste and adjust soy sauce before serving
– Bold seasoning is key – don’t be shy with the ginger and garlic
STORAGE & VARIATIONS
Storage:
– Keeps 3-4 days refrigerated
– Freezes well for up to 2 months
Variations:
– Add scrambled egg for extra protein
– Spice it up with sriracha or red pepper flakes
– Make it vegetarian with crumbled tofu
– Top with crushed peanuts for crunch
Common Mistakes:
– Using regular cabbage without shredding finely enough
– Skipping the sesame oil (crucial for authentic flavor)
– Overcooking until vegetables are mushy
This recipe is perfect for meal prep and tastes even better the next day. The key is keeping those vegetables crisp-tender and not overdoing the soy sauce – you can always add more, but you can’t take it away!
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