Egg Roll in a Bowl Recipe

Sometimes, you just need dinner to happen without any fuss. This dish is exactly that—a one-skillet wonder that feels like a treat.

It captures all the savory, garlicky goodness of your favorite takeout egg roll, but without the need to deep-fry anything. You get a complete, flavor-packed meal in about the time it takes to decide what to order for delivery.

Why This Recipe Beats Takeout

Beyond the obvious speed, this recipe gives you complete control. You know exactly what’s going into your food, and you can tweak it to your heart’s content.

It’s also incredibly forgiving. A wilting cabbage? Perfect. A different protein? Go for it. This bowl is less of a strict rulebook and more of a delicious suggestion.

Ingredients Needed for the Recipe

• Olive Oil: For getting everything sizzling in the pan.
• Ground Pork: The savory base that gives the dish its hearty, traditional flavor.
• Fresh Ginger & Garlic: The aromatic powerhouses, creating that essential fragrant kick.
• Green Onions: For a fresh, sharp bite both cooked in and sprinkled on top.
• Soy Sauce, Chicken Broth, Honey: The trio that builds your sauce—salty, savory, and with a hint of sweetness.
• Sesame Oil & Lime Juice: They add the final, non-negotiable layers of nutty richness and bright acidity.
• Cornstarch: Our stealthy thickener, making the sauce cling beautifully to the pork and cabbage.
• Tri-Color Slaw Mix: The brilliant shortcut that adds crunch, color, and saves you from all that chopping.
• Rice, Sesame Seeds, Wonton Strips, Sriracha: The fabulous optional extras for serving, adding texture, heat, and heft.

How to make ?

Step 1 – Brown the Pork & Aromatics

Heat the oil in your largest skillet over medium-high. Add the pork, breaking it up as it cooks until it’s mostly done, about five minutes.

Now, stir in the ginger, garlic, and most of those green onions. Cook just another couple minutes, until the pork is fully cooked and your kitchen smells amazing.

Step 2 – Create the Sauce & Wilt the Slaw

While the pork cooks, whisk the soy sauce, broth, honey, sesame oil, cornstarch, and lime juice together in a small bowl. No lumps, please.

Pour this sauce into the skillet and add the entire bag of slaw mix. Stir everything until it’s gloriously coated, and cook just until the cabbage wilts slightly and the sauce thickens, about two to three minutes more.

Step 3 – Finish and Serve It Up

That’s seriously it. Spoon it over a bed of warm rice if you want, or enjoy it straight from the skillet.

Finish with the reserved green onions, a shower of sesame seeds, a handful of crispy wonton strips, and a drizzle of sriracha for a touch of heat. Dig in immediately.

Making It Your Own

The beauty of this recipe is its flexibility. Ground chicken or turkey works beautifully here for a lighter option.

For a vegetarian twist, try crumbled firm tofu or a plant-based ground “meat.” The sauce is so flavorful, it’ll carry the day.

Tips

• Get your skillet nice and hot before adding the pork. A good sear equals better flavor, and it prevents the meat from steaming.
• Don’t skip the fresh ginger. That bright, peppery zing is a key part of the signature taste, and powdered ginger just won’t deliver the same effect.
• If you have an extra minute, let the cooked pork sit for a second after browning before adding the sauce. This helps develop fond, those tasty browned bits at the bottom of the pan that the sauce will deglaze.

Storing Your Leftovers

This dish stores and reheats like a dream, making it perfect for meal prep. Just let it cool completely before tucking it away.

Store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat it gently in a skillet or in the microwave, adding a tiny splash of water or broth if it seems dry.

Print Recipe

Egg Roll in a Bowl Recipe

Author: Kelsey Perez Cooking Method: Stir-Frying Cuisine: Asian Courses: Dinner, Lunch

Difficulty: easy Prep Time 10 mins Cook Time 15 mins Total Time 25 mins

Servings: 4 Estimated Cost: $ 18 Calories: 450

Best Season: Year-Round

Description

This Egg Roll in a Bowl is your solution for a fast, flavorful, and satisfying meal that comes together in about 15 minutes using just one skillet. It captures the classic taste of an egg roll—savory ground pork, aromatic ginger and garlic, crisp cabbage—but in a lighter, bowl-form that's packed with protein and veggies. Perfect for busy weeknights, it's easily customizable and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

Servings

Main Dish

• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 lb ground pork (can substitute ground beef, chicken, or turkey)
• 3 Tbsp fresh ginger (minced)
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 4 green onions (thinly sliced, divided)
• 1 (10 oz) bag tri-color slaw mix (or shredded cabbage/carrots)

Sauce

• ¹⁄₄ cup soy sauce
• ¹⁄₄ cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 Tbsp honey
• 1 Tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp cornstarch
• 2 limes (juiced)

For Serving (Optional)

• 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
• sesame seeds (for garnish)
• fried wonton strips (for garnish)
• sriracha (for serving)

Instructions

1. Cook Pork & Aromatics

   In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground pork and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until mostly cooked through, about 5 minutes. Add the ginger, garlic, and most of the green onions (reserve some for garnish). Continue cooking until pork is completely cooked through, 2-3 minutes more.

2. Make & Add Sauce

   While the pork cooks, make the stir-fry sauce by whisking together the soy sauce, chicken broth, honey, sesame oil, cornstarch, and lime juice in a small bowl until smooth.

3. Combine & Wilt

   Pour the sauce into the skillet with the cooked pork. Add the entire bag of tri-color slaw mix. Stir everything to incorporate. Cook, stirring frequently, until the cabbage is just beginning to wilt and the sauce has thickened, about 2-3 minutes.

4. Serve

   Serve immediately over cooked rice if desired, or on its own. Garnish with the remaining green onions, sesame seeds, fried wonton strips, and a drizzle of sriracha for heat.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 30gg47%

Saturated Fat 9gg45%

Trans Fat 0gg

Cholesterol 80mgmg27%

Sodium 1100mgmg46%

Potassium 650mgmg19%

Total Carbohydrate 18gg6%

Dietary Fiber 4gg16%

Sugars 10gg

Protein 28gg57%

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Calcium 8% mg

Iron 15% mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

• Protein Swap: Easily substitute the ground pork with ground beef, chicken, or turkey for a different twist.
• Make Ahead: This dish keeps beautifully in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stove or in the microwave for a quick lunch or dinner.
• Low-Carb/Keto: Serve over cauliflower rice or simply enjoy it on its own for a lower-carb meal.
• Extra Veggies: Feel free to add sliced bell peppers, mushrooms, or shredded carrots along with the slaw mix.

Keywords: egg roll in a bowl, 15 minute meal, ground pork stir fry, easy dinner, one skillet meal, Ree Drummond, The Pioneer Woman