Quick Asian Weeknight Dinner (Printable Format)

A flavorful stir fry combining ground beef and cabbage with ginger, garlic, and umami-rich seasonings - ready in just 25 minutes.

# What You'll Gather:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 pound ground beef
02 - 4 cups green cabbage, sliced
03 - 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced (or any preferred mushrooms)
04 - 4 green onions, chopped (plus additional for garnish)
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 inch ginger, minced
07 - 3 tablespoons soy sauce
08 - 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
09 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
10 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for cooking)
11 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ For Serving

12 - Cooked rice
13 - Extra green onions for garnish

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium high heat. Add minced garlic and ginger, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.
02 - Add ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
03 - Stir in sliced mushrooms and cook for another 3-4 minutes until softened.
04 - Add sliced cabbage, stirring until it wilts and softens, about 5-7 more minutes.
05 - Pour in soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), and sesame oil. Stir well to coat all ingredients evenly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
06 - Remove from heat and toss in chopped green onions. Serve over cooked rice and garnish with extra green onions if desired.

# Important Tips:

01 - For a leaner option, substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken.
02 - Add bell peppers, carrots, or snap peas for extra vegetables and color.
03 - For a low-carb meal, serve without rice or with cauliflower rice.
04 - This dish stores well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
05 - For best stir-fry results, use high heat and don't overcrowd the pan.

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