Quick Egg Roll in a Bowl
Egg roll in a bowl is a fast, flavorful, and healthy dinner option. It is stuffed full of ground beef, vegetables, and flavorful spices. Prepare this dish in less than 30 minutes for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. You will not regret it!
I was first introduced to Egg Roll in a Bowl years ago, and it quickly became a staple in our dinner rotation. The best part? It’s fast! This dish comes together in less than 25 minutes, making it perfect for busy nights. It’s packed with flavor, and the ground beef provides a hearty protein that keeps you full longer.
Egg Roll in a Bowl is one of our favorite go-to meals because it’s not only quick but also incredibly delicious and nutritious. With the perfect blend of spices including garlic, ginger, and soy sauce, it delivers that classic takeout taste without the hassle. My whole family loves it, even my kids, which makes dinnertime so much easier. I also love that it’s loaded with vegetables like cabbage, carrots, and onions, making it a wholesome, well-balanced meal.
Plus, it’s easy to customize. You can swap the protein for ground chicken or turkey, adjust the spice by adding sriracha, or add any of your favorite vegetables.
Ingredients in egg roll in a bowl
- Ground beef: Can swap for ground chicken or turkey
- Bag of coleslaw mix: I like the tri-colored bag for a pop of color in the dish
- Sliced carrots
- Yellow onion: or white onion
- Ground ginger
- Low sodium soy sauce: Coconut aminos are a good swap
- Garlic
Why you will love this recipe
- Quick – Easy dinner in less than 30 minutes!
- Healthy – It is low carb and filled with protein and vegetables.
- Skip the takeout – Make this version at home to save money and have a healthier meal.
FAQ
What is egg roll in a bowl?
When you think of the classic egg roll from a Chinese restaurant, this recipe copies the ingredients and taste of the filling. Instead of contained inside of a crispy wrap, it served in a bowl. It includes many classic flavors you’d find in an egg roll including ginger, garlic, and soy sauce.
Does egg roll in a bowl contain eggs?
No, this recipe does not contain eggs. Typically, with an egg roll, the egg is included in the crispy outer wrapper. This recipe does not include that outer wrapper, therefore is egg free!
How to make this recipe
Brown ground beef in a skillet. About 2 minutes into cooking the ground beef, add the diced onion and carrots. Cook until ground beef is no longer pink. Drain excess grease.
Add ginger and garlic and cook 1 minute. Add in 3 tablespoons of soy cause and bag of coleslaw. Cook until the coleslaw is tender and soft.
This recipe is delicious served over white/brown rice, cauliflower rice, or quinoa!
Substitutions
Ground Beef -> ground turkey or ground chicken
Soy sauce -> Coconut aminos (if you are following whole30 or working to avoid soy)
How to serve egg roll in a bowl
Serve it over: Rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice if you want to “bulk” it up a bit
Toppings: Green onions, sesame seeds, or teriyaki sauce. If you are not gluten free, French fried onions or wonton strips add a tasty crunch.
Equipment needed
Storing and reheating
This stores well for up to 4 days in the fridge. When reheating, I would add extra soy sauce (or coconut aminos) as it does tend to dry out a bit.
Egg Roll in a Bowl
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground beef (can sub for ground turkey or chicken)
- 1 bag (16 oz.) coleslaw mix
- 1 cup carrots sliced thinly
- ½ yellow onion diced
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 4 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce divided
- 2 teaspoons garlic minced
- Optional: Rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice to serve it over
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium high heat, begin to brown ground beef, breaking it into small bits as it cooks.1 lb. ground beef
- About 2 minutes into cooking ground beef, add the carrots and onion to sauté and soften1 cup carrots, ½ yellow onion
- Cook until the ground beef is no longer pink and carrots have softened a bit
- Add ginger and garlic and cook 1 minute1 teaspoon ground ginger, 2 teaspoons garlic
- Add in 3 tablespoons soy sauce and bag of coleslaw. You may have to add the coleslaw in small portions and wait for some of it to cook down before adding more so it doesn't overflow the skillet.
- Cook for about 4 minutes, stirring frequently until the slaw is soft and tender.
- Serve in a bowl or plate and drizzle on remaining 1 tablespoon of soy sauce.
- Optional: Serve over rice, quinoa or cauliflower rice
We made this tonight and it was such a hit! I think this will be a new staple in our household.
Thanks so much for the review and I am so happy to hear your family enjoyed it!
Great Recipe! Easy and delicious.
Thank you! I am so glad you enjoyed it.
I loved the flavor!
Great, healthy dinner option!