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low calorie & carb egg roll in a bowl

Low-Calorie & Carb Egg Roll in a Bowl: Flavor without Guilt

This low calorie & carb egg roll in a bowl offers savory flavors without the guilt, ready in just 20 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 0.25 cup low-sodium soy sauce or Tamari/Coconut Aminos for gluten-free or soy-free
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • to taste sriracha or chili garlic paste optional
For the Filling
  • 1 lb ground pork, turkey, or chicken
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil or avocado oil
  • 0.5 cup yellow onion, diced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 14-16 oz coleslaw mix or broccoli slaw
  • 8 oz sliced water chestnuts drained
  • 4-8 oz sliced mushrooms cremini or shiitake preferred
  • 2 eggs optional
For Garnish
  • to taste green onions sliced
  • to taste crispy chow mein noodles or wonton strips optional

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together ¼ cup of low-sodium soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of toasted sesame oil, 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar, and sriracha, if desired. Set aside.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame or avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground pork, turkey, or chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes until browned.
  3. Add ½ cup of diced yellow onion and any optional sliced mushrooms into the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  4. Stir in 2 minced cloves of garlic and 1 tablespoon of finely minced fresh ginger, cooking for an additional minute.
  5. Incorporate a 14-16 oz coleslaw mix into the skillet, stirring well, and stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until the cabbage wilts.
  6. Return the cooked ground meat to the skillet and add 1 cup of sliced water chestnuts. Pour the prepared sauce over the mixture and stir thoroughly.
  7. Spoon into individual servings and garnish with chopped green onions and optional crispy chow mein noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish cooks quickly; prep all ingredients beforehand for best results.

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