Egg rolls are a classic takeout favorite. What if you could enjoy all the delicious flavors without the deep-fried food? Enter eggroll in a bowl, a healthy and super easy twist on the beloved dish.
This dish features a handful of simple, nutritious ingredients like ground meat, coleslaw mix, and a punch of coconut aminos. Eggroll in a bowl comes together in no time and is packed with flavor. It’s the perfect weeknight meal for busy families or anyone looking for a nutritious (and tasty!) dinner.
This dish has all the components of an egg roll—savory, crispy, and lightly tangy- all in one bowl. The sesame oil adds a wonderful depth of flavor, while the garlic and ginger bring that unmistakable aroma. The cabbage mimics the crunch of the traditional egg roll, and the coconut aminos provide a gluten-free, soy-free alternative to soy sauce. This makes it a great option for those following specific dietary needs.
Top it off with a quick sriracha mayo sauce for a spicy kick and you’ve got yourself a delicious recipe full of healthy fats, fiber, and protein. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or meal prepping, this eggroll in a bowl is an easy, flavorful, and wholesome choice.
Easy Egg Roll in a Bowl
This delicious stir fry has all of the egg roll flavors you love, but without the deep fried wrapper!
- 1 lb grass-fed ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 large onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp fresh ginger (grated)
- 12 oz bag of coleslaw mix (or 1 head of cabbage,thinly sliced)
- 2 tsp rice vinegar
- 3 TBSP coconut aminos (or soy sauce)
- 2 TBSP green onion (chopped)
- black pepper (to taste)
- salt (to taste)
Sriracha Mayo Sauce (Optional)
- ½ cup mayonnaise (use avocado oil mayo for a healthier option)
- 2 TBSP sriracha (or to taste)
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Brown the ground beef or turkey over medium heat in a large skillet. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Once the meat is fully cooked and browned, drain off any excess fat and set it aside.
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In the same skillet, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the onion, minced garlic, and ginger. Sauté for a few minutes until fragrant and the onion becomes translucent.
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Add the coleslaw mix or shredded cabbage, rice vinegar, and coconut aminos and stir well to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Sauté for about 4-5 minutes, or until the cabbage reduces in size and the carrots soften.
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Add the cooked ground meat back into the skillet and stir to incorporate. Let everything cook together for another minute to reheat and combine all the flavors.
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Remove from the heat and garnish with freshly chopped green onions.
Sriracha Mayo Sauce (Optional)
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In a medium size bowl stir together the mayo and sriracha. Add more or less sriracha depending on how spicy you prefer it.
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Drizzle the sriracha mayo sauce over the top of the egg roll bowl if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Easy Egg Roll in a Bowl
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories 500
Calories from Fat 351
% Daily Value*
Fat 39g60%
Saturated Fat 9g56%
Trans Fat 1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 16g
Monounsaturated Fat 12g
Cholesterol 85mg28%
Sodium 696mg30%
Potassium 580mg17%
Carbohydrates 11g4%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 4g4%
Protein 25g50%
Vitamin A 143IU3%
Vitamin C 39mg47%
Calcium 62mg6%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
Egg Roll Bowl Ingredient Options
If you’re not grain-free and want some more carbs, feel free to serve this over some white rice
