Have you ever craved an egg roll but did not want the hassle of deep-frying it and the extra calories? Egg roll in a bowl will satisfy those requirements and more. This dish is a deconstructed version of the traditional egg roll. It has all of the same flavors without the crispy wrapper.
Egg roll in a bowl is a quick and easy meal that does not require much prep work. It is a perfect dish for anyone that wants the flavors of an egg roll in a healthier, more convenient form. It contains protein, vegetables, and healthy fats that pack this dish with satisfying flavors. Substituting low sodium soy sauce and lean meats can make this recipe even healthier and lower calorie. This dish is also low carb. It is a good option for anyone that is on the keto diet or needs to keep their carbohydrate intake at a minimum.
This meal is perfect for a week night when you do not have much time to cook dinner. It is quick and easy to prepare. There is very little prep work to make this dish. All of the ingredients in this recipe are just dumped into the pan so there is no chopping required. This dish can also be cooked in one dish, making clean up a breeze. I choose to brown my ground pork in a cast iron pan so it gets more crispy but this step can be foregone and everything can be cooked in the same pan.
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Why you will love this recipe
- Nutritionally balanced – This meal has protein, vegetables, and healthy fats.
- Low-carb option – This recipe does not have the traditional egg roll wrapper, making it a low carb option.
- Quick and easy – This recipe is easy to make which makes it ideal for busy week night dinners.

Ingredients
- 1 pound ground pork – you can substitute this for ground chicken, turkey, or beef
- 16 oz of coleslaw mix
- 3 tablespoons of coconut aminos (gluten free) or soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon of toasted sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon of onion powder
- Green onions for garnish (optional)
How to make egg roll in a bowl
- Cook the ground pork or meat of choice in a skillet
- Add in the coleslaw mix and cook until it starts to wilt
- Add the soy sauce (or coconut aminos), sesame oil, garlic powder, and onion powder to the skillet and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the cabbage starts to soften
- Serve immediately and top with green onions

Storage
- This dish can be stored in the refrigerator in an air tight container for 3 days.
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Egg Roll in a Bowl Recipe
4
servings20
minutes5
minutesIngredients
1 pound ground pork – you can substitute this for ground chicken, turkey, or beef
16 oz of coleslaw mix
3 tablespoons of soy sauce or coconut aminos
1 teaspoon of toasted sesame oil
1 teaspoon of garlic powder
1 teaspoon of onion powder
Green onions for garnish (optional)
Directions
- Cook the ground pork or meat of choice in a skillet
- Add in the coleslaw mix and cook until it starts to wilt
- Add the soy sauce (or coconut aminos), sesame oil, garlic powder, and onion powder to the skillet and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the cabbage starts to soften
- Serve immediately and top with green onions (optional)








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