Gut Friendly Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry
This stir fry is the kind of weeknight dinner that feels indulgent but is actually doing your gut a serious favor. Tender ground beef gets tossed with wilted cabbage and sweet carrots in a savory, ginger-forward sauce built on coconut aminos and a bright hit of lemon juice — no soy, no refined sugars, just clean, bold flavor. Garlic-infused oil delivers that rich, aromatic depth without the high-FODMAP load that whole garlic can bring, making it a smart swap for anyone managing digestive sensitivities. Ground turmeric adds a warm, earthy note while also lending the dish its gorgeous golden color. The technique is simple but effective — searing the beef first, then building the vegetables in stages, means everything stays vibrant and nothing turns to mush. A finish of green onion tops, cilantro, and sesame seeds keeps it fresh and a little restaurant-worthy. It's the kind of meal that proves eating for your gut doesn't mean settling for boring.
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4 servings
- 1 lb ground beef (85% lean)
- 4 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
- 2 medium carrots, julienned or coarsely grated
- 3 tbsp garlic-infused oil, divided
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 3 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- ½ tsp salt, or to taste
- 3 green onions (green tops only), thinly sliced
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
- 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat 1 tbsp of the garlic-infused oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat until shimmering. Add the ground beef in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 2 minutes, then break it apart and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until browned throughout with no pink remaining and an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C), about 5–6 minutes total. Transfer the beef to a plate and set aside.
- 2
Return the skillet to high heat and add the remaining 2 tbsp garlic-infused oil. Add the carrots and cook, stirring frequently, for 2 minutes until slightly softened.
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