Honey Free Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry
This skillet dinner is bold, savory, and satisfying in all the right ways — tender ground beef, wilted cabbage, and sweet-edged carrots come together in a glossy, flavor-packed sauce that clings to every bite. Coconut aminos bring that deep, umami-rich soy-sauce vibe without any sweeteners added, which makes this a smart pick when you need to keep things completely free of honey or other natural sweeteners that sneak into so many stir-fry sauces. A hit of fresh ginger and ground turmeric give the dish warmth and a gorgeous golden hue, while a splash of lemon juice brightens everything at the finish. The whole thing comes together in one pan over high heat, so you get those slightly caramelized edges on the cabbage that make a simple weeknight dinner feel genuinely crave-worthy. Green onion tops, cilantro, and sesame seeds scattered over the top add freshness and a little crunch without complicating the ingredient list. It's the kind of meal that tastes like it took way more effort than it actually did.
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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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