Egg Roll in a Bowl
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This egg roll in a bowl is a quick, flavorful dinner made with ground turkey, coleslaw mix, and simple ingredients. Everything cooks in one skillet and comes together fast, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
Egg Roll in a Bowl is one of those recipes I make when I want big takeout-style flavor but don’t feel like dealing with wrappers, frying, or a sink full of dishes.
Everything you love about an egg roll gets cooked together in one skillet using simple ingredients and a bag of coleslaw mix. It’s fast, filling, and easy enough to throw together on a busy weeknight, which is exactly why it’s been on repeat in our house for years.
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“Wow! I’m amazed. I could seriously eat this every single day! It’s so good!!!! Thank you so much! I did leave out the sambal oelek because I don’t care for spicy. This dish is seriously what my taste buds have been missing!”
Why I Love This Recipe
- Weeknight-friendly: Everything cooks in one skillet and comes together fast, which makes this a realistic dinner option, not just a good-on-paper recipe.
- Big flavor, minimal effort: Fresh ginger, garlic, and sesame oil give you that classic egg roll taste without wrappers or frying.
- Great for leftovers: This reheats really well, so it’s perfect for meal prep or next-day lunches straight from the fridge.
Ingredients Needed for Egg Roll In a Bowl
You only need 9 simple ingredients to whip up this delicious recipe. Here’s what you need:
- ground turkey or ground chicken – I usually use turkey or chicken because they’re lean and cook up quickly.
- yellow onion – sautéed with the garlic and ginger to build a savory base.
- fresh garlic – fresh gives the best flavor here. Shortcut options like frozen crushed garlic cubes work, but I wouldn’t swap in garlic powder.
- fresh ginger – this adds that classic egg roll flavor. I either mince it fresh or use frozen ginger cubes.
- coleslaw mix – the real time-saver. A bagged mix makes this recipe fast and weeknight-friendly. Broccoli slaw also works.
- toasted sesame oil – adds a nutty, restaurant-style flavor. I highly recommend it, but olive or avocado oil work in a pinch.
- low sodium soy sauce – brings salt and umami. Soy sauce, tamari or coconut aminos all work. I often use coconut aminos for a slightly sweeter flavor.
- sriracha sauce or sambal oelek – optional, but great if you like a little heat.
- green onions – for serving and a fresh finish.
Recipe Variations
- Use a different protein: I usually make this with ground turkey or chicken, but ground pork or beef work just as well. For a vegetarian version, try crumbled tofu or tempeh or add scrambled eggs instead. I also have a tofu egg roll in a bowl recipe in my cookbook, Mostly Veggies.
- Want to add more vegetables? Feel free to bulk it up with extras like mushrooms, bell peppers, peas, or corn. If you add a lot of vegetables, you’ll want to bump up the soy sauce and sriracha so the flavor stays bold.
How to Make Egg Roll in a Bowl
Step 1: Brown ground meat in a large skillet. Break meat into smaller pieces as it cooks using a wooden spoon or spatula and season liberally with salt and pepper.
Step 2: Add onion, garlic, ginger, coleslaw mix, soy sauce, sesame oil and sriracha to the skillet. Cook for another 5 minutes or so, until cabbage is tender. Portion into bowls and serve.
Brittany’s Tips
- Save time: Bagged coleslaw mix makes this recipe especially quick, but you can save even more time by using jarred minced garlic, frozen crushed garlic, or frozen ginger. Pre-chopped onion works too if you really want to streamline prep.
- Double up: This recipe officially serves 3, but if we’re extra hungry, we’ll split it between 2 people, especially when it’s not served with cauliflower rice. If you’re feeding a family of 4 or want leftovers for lunch the next day, doubling the recipe is a great idea.
How to Serve
This dish is definitely a full meal, but if you want to add different toppings or serve it with a grain go for it. Here are some ideas:
- With toppings – Keep it simple with green onions, cilantro, sesame seeds, and extra sriracha or chili crisp. For crunch, try chopped peanuts or almonds. If you like something creamy, mix sriracha with mayo for a quick spicy aioli or drizzle with yum yum sauce.
- Over rice – You can totally serve the egg roll in a bowl straight up, but if you’re looking for more volume and veggies (without extra carbs) feel free to cook up some cauliflower rice and serve the egg roll in a bowl over top! You can also serve it over regular rice or even quinoa if you prefer.
How to Meal Prep & Store
You can totally meal prep this recipe by making it as is or doubling it for more servings. Cook it completely and store individual servings in airtight containers. It’s an easy meal to bring to work or heat up for a busy weeknight. If I’m being honest, I’ve also eaten it cold, straight from the fridge. It’s that good!
Stored in an airtight container, egg roll in a bowl will last 4 to 5 days in the refrigerator. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave until warmed through.
Frequently Asked Questions
I keep getting this question so here we go! Egg rolls get their name from the outer layer, which is a fried wrapper that has egg in the dough so typically eggs aren’t used in the stuffing of egg rolls.
That said, you can totally scramble an egg into this mixture if you’d like! It will add more protein and a bit of egg flavor. Once the ground meat and cabbage is combined, create a well in the center of the skillet, add an egg and scramble until the egg is cooked through, then plate and serve.
Yes. Since it skips the wrapper and is made mostly with protein and vegetables, it’s naturally low in carbs. Serving it over cauliflower rice keeps it low carb, while regular rice or quinoa adds more carbs if desired.
You can freeze it, but the texture of the cabbage will be softer once thawed. If you plan to freeze it, let it cool completely and store it in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.
Yes! If you want to add egg, scramble 1–2 eggs in the skillet after cooking the meat, then stir everything together before serving.
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Egg Roll in a Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey or chicken
- ¼ cup yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated or minced
- 1 12-14 oz package coleslaw mix
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce, tamari or coconut aminos
- 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
- 1-2 teaspoons sriracha
or sambal oelek - 2 green onions, sliced
- sriracha, for serving (optional)
- sesame seeds and chopped cilantro, for garnish
- cooked cauliflower rice, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground meat and cook until no longer pink, about 5-6 minutes. While cooking, break meat into smaller pieces using a wooden spoon or spatula and season liberally with salt and pepper.
- Add onion, garlic, ginger, coleslaw mix, soy sauce, sesame oil and sriracha to the skillet. Cook for another 5 minutes or so, until cabbage is tender. Taste and add more soy sauce or sriracha, if needed.
- Portion mixture into bowls and top with green onions, sesame seeds and cilantro. Serve with additional soy sauce, sriracha or chili crisp, if desired.
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Notes
- Storage: Stored in an airtight container, egg roll in a bowl will last 4 to 5 days in the refrigerator. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave until warmed through.
- Serving size: The recipe serves 3, but if we’re really hungry we can eat the whole meal between 2 people, especially if we don’t serve it with cauliflower rice. If you’re serving a family of 4 or want leftovers for lunch the next day, I would definitely double the recipe.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Equipment
- Large Skillet (I like this cast iron one from Lodge)
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Fed the fam and my son’s group of friends. It was a hit all around.
Woo! Amazing news. So glad this recipe was a hit with everyone. Thanks for sharing!
This recipe brought back memories of my mother’s quick cabbage un-rolls – all the ingredients of cabbage rolls, but in one pan with the cabbage shredded. We could top it with our choice of sauce at the table. We never chose tomato, oddly. My grandmother was an immigrant from Eastern Europe as a baby. She grew up on NYC’s Lower East Side, a very diverse neighborhood. For some reason, she only ate her cabbage rolls with soy sauce and that’s still my favorite. For this egg un-roll, I’d splurge with a dribble of sweet chilli sauce.
I love this, Carol. Thank you for sharing such a special memory. The soy sauce and sweet chili sauce combo sounds amazing—I’m so glad this recipe brought back a connection to your family’s cooking!
Hey, I’m new here and glad to be so!
I’ve never worked with frozen ginger cubes??? How does amount transfer, added liquid, purchase I believe you said?… can you just tell me a little about how these work, please?
Thanks ahead of time Amy
Hi Amy — welcome, I’m so glad you’re here! Totally get the confusion — frozen ginger cubes can be a little unfamiliar at first, but they’re super easy to use once you get the hang of it. The ones I linked in the post are pre-portioned and each cube equals about 1 teaspoon of freshly grated ginger, so for this recipe I use 2 cubes. You just pop a cube out of the tray and add it straight into your recipe in the the skillet. There’s a tiny bit of water added to help the ginger freeze and hold its shape, but it won’t affect your recipe at all. Hopefully that helps. Let me know if you have any additional questions. 😊
Sooo good even my three year old ate it!!
Yay! So glad this recipe was a hit. And the fact that your 3 year old loved it is a huge win! Thanks for making my recipe and for coming back to leave a review. I so appreciate it!
This was so delicious and flavors were even better the next day. Thank you for all your yummy recipes!
So glad you loved this one! This is a fave in our household. Thanks for coming back to leave a review. I so appreciate it!
Anyone try using the egg white wraps as an egg roll wrapper? I am giving a try next time just seeing if anyone had any experience with it yet. So good – I love a recipe that is good on its own, but also is open for some additions like so many folks have done.
Ooh, using egg white wraps as an egg roll wrapper is such a creative idea — I haven’t seen anyone try it yet, but I’d love to hear how it turns out if you do! Keep me posted if you give the wraps a go. 🙂
I have made this twice, once with ground chicken and once with ground beef and served with cauliflower rice. Both versions tasted great! I have to say that this is one of the easiest meals to throw together.
Yay! So glad you’re loving it! I love that you’ve tried it with both chicken and beef—and pairing it with cauliflower rice is such a great low-carb option. Thanks for coming back to share! 💛
As many have already said…loved it! Easy and healthy and quick and yummy… Thank you!
My changes as an fyi – I did add two eggs as suggested and julienned a red bell pepper, added to onion mix. I made my own stir-fry sauce just because we love it… soy sauce, rice vinegar, veg broth, sesame oil, garlic and ginger minced, honey (lots of good recipes out there). Made a little over a cup and used it all.
My husband asked if I could make a double batch of this next time so yay!
Yay! I’m so happy to hear you loved it—and that your husband is already requesting a double batch! Your additions sound amazing, especially the homemade stir-fry sauce. That combo of soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and honey is always a winner! Thanks so much for sharing your tweaks and for taking the time to leave such a kind review. I truly appreciate it!
Winner! Made this tonight – my boyfriend loved it so much I made a second round the same night so he could have leftovers for lunch tomorrow.
Love that this was simple, straightforward, and so quick.
Thank you! 💗
Yay! So glad this recipe was a hit! Thanks for making it and for coming back to leave a review. I so appreciate it!
Delicious and straightforward to make – thank you!
Yay! So glad you loved this recipe, Allison. Thanks for making it and for coming back to leave a review. I so appreciate it!
I made this for meal prepping and it was absolutely delicious! I was just a little confused about weather the nutrition facts at the end of the recipe is including or excluding the rice. I only ask because it said the rice was optional. Definitely will be a new staple recipe!
So glad you enjoyed the recipe, Rachel! The nutrition facts don’t include the cauliflower rice, so if you add it, the calorie and carb count will be a bit higher. Hope that helps! Thanks for leaving a review, I really appreciate it. 🙂