Looking for a healthy and super satisfying recipe? You’ve got to try this Low Carb Egg Roll in a Bowl! It’s the perfect go-to snack when you’re on the move or even a quick and yummy dinner idea for busy nights. The best part? You can throw it together in just 15 minutes, and it’s totally keto-friendly without skimping on flavor!
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Why This Recipe Works
- Low-Carb Love: A delicious way to enjoy your favorite flavors without the carb guilt.
- Quick Fix Meal: Egg roll in a bowl is an easy to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
- Versatile and Customizable: Add your preferred veggies or protein for a personalized touch.
📋 Ingredients
Here are the ingredients for your egg roll dish:
- Toasted Sesame Oil: Adds a rich, nutty flavor to the dish.
- Turkey Mince: Provides a hearty, savory element and serves as the main protein.
- Coleslaw Mix: Adds a crunchy texture and light, fresh taste.
- Low Sodium Soy Sauce: Enhances the savory flavors and adds a salty depth.
- Crushed Ginger: Gives a spicy, aromatic note to the dish.
- Garlic Powder: Boosts the umami (savory) flavor in the dish.
- Green Onion: Adds a mild, slightly sweet onion flavor and color.
- Red/Orange Bell Pepper: Introduce a sweet, slightly tangy flavor and vibrant color.
- Red Pepper Flakes: Adds a spicy kick to the dish, balancing the richness of the other ingredients.
For the complete list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, please see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
🔀 Substitutions & Variations
- Egg Roll in a Bowl With Ground Beef: If you prefer ground beef to turkey, simply swap out the turkey for 1 lb of ground beef. This will work just as well and taste great. You could also switch out for ground pork too.
- Egg Roll in a Bowl With Ground Chicken: You can also use ground chicken instead of turkey to make a delicious low-carb egg roll in a bowl. Simply replace the turkey with ground chicken and follow the same instructions.
- Egg Roll in a Bowl With Shrimp: If you're not a fan of red meat, swap out the turkey for shrimp and add additional vegetables like zucchini or broccoli slaw.
🔪How To Make Egg Roll In A Bowl?
Here are step by step instructions for making low carb egg roll in a bowl.
- Heat a cast iron skillet on medium-high heat until the skillet is hot.
- Pour sesame oil in the skillet and add 1 lb turkey mince and mix. Break up the mince into small granules and stir.
- Cook the turkey mince until brown. Remove the skillet from the range, and drain any fat.
- Return drained turkey mince and skillet to range and resume heat at medium heat.
- Add ginger, garlic powder and soy sauce to your turkey mixture. Stir to combine.
- Add coleslaw mix and peppers to the skillet and stir well until evenly distributed throughout.
- Stir and simmer the egg roll mixture until tender.
- Stir in green onions and extra soya sauce to your egg roll mixture. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Spoon your egg roll into a bowl, garnish with chopped onion and toasted sesame seeds and enjoy!
👩🍳 Expert Tips
- Preheat Your Skillet: Begin by heating your skillet on medium-high to ensure a quick sear on your ground meat and crisp-tender veggies.
- Don’t Overcrowd the Pan: Cook in batches if needed to maintain high heat and achieve a proper stir-fry, preserving the crunch of the cabbage and other vegetables.
- Opt for Low-Carb Sauces: Use alternatives like coconut aminos instead of traditional soy sauce for a flavorful, low-carb twist without sacrificing that savory umami taste.
- Finish with Fresh Garnishes: Top your dish with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions to add texture and a burst of fresh flavor right before serving.
💭 FAQs
No. Traditionally the casing of the egg roll does not contain egg. It was not until more recently that people began adding an egg to the egg roll-in-a-bowl recipe to add extra protein.
Egg Roll in a bowl is Keto because it has very little carbs and contains keto fats making it a great dish for those on the Keto Diet. This is also a quick and easy dish to make so it’s perfect for those on the go or looking for a quick dinner option.
Some of the common vegetables used in this stir-fry dish include cabbage, broccoli, carrots, mushrooms, spinach, or water chestnuts.
Whilst this recipe calls for low-sodium soy sauce you can substitute this for regular soy sauce. We simply prefer to use low-sodium soy sauce as it has less salt which is better. You could also switch the soy sauce to coconut aminos if you don’t want to use soy at all.
Yes. If you want to use an egg roll wrapper with this egg roll mixture then go ahead and do so. Simply follow the instructions and wrap up your egg roll with a few extra spices and you’re all set!
Once cooled to room temperature, transfer the Egg Roll in a Bowl to an airtight container or tightly wrap with plastic wrap. Label the container with the freezing date and freeze for up to 2-3 months to preserve the flavors and textures of this delightful dish.
Serving Suggestions
Here are some fantastic sides to serve with Low Carb Egg Roll:
- Cauliflower Fried Rice: A perfect low-carb alternative, loaded with veggies and scrambled eggs.
- Zucchini Noodles (Zoodles): Spiralized zucchini sautéed for a noodle-like texture, enhancing the meal's veggie content.
- Avocado Cucumber Salad: Creamy avocado paired with crisp cucumber, tossed in a light vinaigrette.
- Sesame Green Beans: Fresh green beans lightly sautéed and tossed in a sesame oil and soy sauce blend.
- Orange Chicken: Try serving this egg roll recipe with our tasty Instant Pot orange chicken.
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Low Carb Egg Roll In A Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Toasted Sesame Oil
- 1 Lb Turkey Mince
- 7 Cups Coleslaw Mix 1 bag Coleslaw Mix
- 2 tablespoon Low Sodium Soy Sauce
- 1 teaspoon Ginger Crushed Ginger
- ½ tablespoon Garlic Powder
- ½ Cup Green Onion
- ½ Red Bell Pepper
- ½ Orange Bell Pepper
- 1 tablespoon Red Pepper Flakes
Instructions
- Heat a cast iron skillet on medium-high heat until the skillet is hot.
- Pour sesame oil in the skillet and add 1 lb Turkey mince and mix. Break up the sausage into small granules and stir.
- Cook the turkey until brown. Remove the skillet from the range, and drain any fat.
- Return drained turkey mince and skillet to range and resume heat at medium heat.
- Add ginger, garlic powder and soy sauce to your turkey mixture. Stir to combine.
- Add coleslaw mix to the skillet and stir well until evenly distributed throughout.
- Stir and simmer the egg roll mixture until tender.
- Stir in green onions and extra soya sauce to your egg roll mixture. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Spoon your egg roll into a bowl, garnish with chopped onion and toasted sesame seeds and enjoy!
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Just have a quick question. On this recipe, it calls for 1/2 cup of garlic powder. That seems like a lot. Is this a typo or is it correct?
It should be 1/2 tablespoon.
The recipe calls for a 1/2 cup of red bell pepper and a 1/2 cup of orange bell pepper but doesn’t say at what point to add them in. At which point should they be added in?
Add the bell peppers at the same time as the coleslaw before simmering.