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Colorful stir-fry of beef and mixed vegetables in a pan, showcasing fresh ingredients.
Stovetop~30 minComplexity

Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry

This Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry delivers 15g protein and 239 calories per serving — a low-calorie option for maintaining volume during aggressive cuts. Four servings cook quickly on the stovetop, letting you batch-prep multiple recipes in one session. Pair with rice or noodles to scale macros to your specific daily targets.

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Ingredients

4 servings
  • Soy Sauce, Low Sodium(30g)
  • Sesame Oil, Toasted(15g)
  • Sriracha sauce(15g)
  • Brown sugar(8g)
  • Cabbage, Green
  • Carrots
  • Green Onion (Scallion)
  • Vegetable oil(8g)
  • 90/10 Ground Beef(227g)
  • Garlic(120g)
  • Ginger, Fresh Root(15g)
  • Pinch of salt and pepper ($0.05)
  • Sesame seeds(15g)
  • Sriracha sauce(15g)

Instructions

  1. 1Combine the soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, sriracha sauce, and brown sugar in a small bowl, stirring until the brown sugar dissolves. Set the sauce aside.
  2. 2Shred the cabbage by halving it, removing the core, and finely shredding one half (4–6 cups); shred the carrots using a cheese grater (about 1 cup); slice the green onions; mince the garlic; and grate the fresh ginger using a small-holed grater.
  3. 3Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 1 minute until shimmering.
  4. 4Add the ground beef, garlic, ginger, and a pinch of salt and pepper to the skillet. Cook 5–7 minutes over medium-high heat, breaking up the beef with a spoon, until no longer pink and browned throughout.
  5. 5Add the shredded cabbage and carrots to the skillet. Cook 4–6 minutes over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until the cabbage is slightly wilted and the carrots are tender-crisp.
  6. 6Stir in the prepared sauce and green onions. Cook 1–2 minutes over medium heat until the sauce coats the vegetables and the mixture is heated through.
  7. 7Top the stir-fry with sesame seeds and divide evenly into 4 airtight containers while hot. Drizzle with additional sriracha if desired.

Nutrition — Per Serving

239

calories

15g

protein

14g

fat

Carbohydrates
15g
Saturated fat
3.4g
Sodium
473 mg
Dietary fiber
1.4g

4 servings per batch · ~117g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry have per serving?

Each serving contains 15g of protein and 239 calories, making it a lighter option for those tracking intake on a cut or rest day. The macro split is 14g fat and 15g carbs.

How long does Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry take to prep?

This recipe qualifies as quick prep and yields 4 servings, so you can batch-cook the entire week's worth in one stovetop session. It's designed for minimal active time while still delivering substantial volume.

Is Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry good for fat loss?

At 239 calories and 15g protein per serving, this recipe fits well into a caloric deficit phase where volume and satiety matter. The low carb content at 15g per serving keeps insulin response moderate while the cabbage provides filling fiber.

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