Easy Egg Roll in a Bowl

Easy Egg Roll in a Bowl is a quick and easy meal idea of savory browned sausage, tender coleslaw mix, soy sauce/coconut aminos, and topped with zesty green onion and sesame seeds! It’s a great one-pot dinner for folks on the go!

This egg roll in a bowl is a one-pot meal idea our family loves! I love that it’s a quick whole-food recipe full of fiber and protein, and my kids love that it’s not gross and boring. These are simple flavors of cooked cabbage, carrots, and sausage with simple seasonings. Since my kids love carbs, we often eat them over rice to keep them full longer, but this is also great served by itself.

This Egg Roll in a Bowl is the Chinese sausage/cabbage version of Ground Beef Fried Rice. Both of these recipes feature browned ground meat with fried vegetables and are seasoned with simple spices and sauces. The ground beef fried rice has eggs and mixed veggies over the cabbage and ginger. They are great to-go meal ideas for a healthy dinner, especially in the colder months!

How to Make Easy Egg Roll in a Bowl

I love how quickly this egg roll-in-bowl recipe comes together! It’s perfect for busy nights and weekends. After browning the sausage, simply add your coleslaw mix and seasonings and cook them. Then, garnish and enjoy! This is an easy main for anyone on the go!

Ingredients for Egg Roll in a Bowl

• 1 pound ground sausage
  • Don’t have sausage? You can make egg roll in a bowl with ground beef or turkey too!
• 16 ounces coleslaw mix
  • You can substitute cabbage and carrots instead of coleslaw mix. Use about 5 cups thinly sliced cabbage, 1 cup thinly sliced purple cabbage, and 1 cup shredded carrots.
• 2 Tablespoons soy sauce or coconut aminos
  • What is coconut aminos? Coconut aminos is another savory sauce that people use to flavor food and is often a substitute for soy sauce. Coconut aminos is similar to a light soy sauce but taste less salty and slightly sweeter because of its natural sugars.
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • For fresh ginger, use 1 Tablespoon.
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 Tablespoon sesame seeds, optional but fun!
• 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
• optional: 2-4 cups cooked rice

Instructions for Egg Roll in a Bowl

First, cook the sausage in a large skillet until it is no longer pink, stirring occasionally to break it into small pieces. Then, drain off any excess grease.

Next, mix in the coleslaw, soy sauce/coconut aminos, ground ginger, and garlic powder. Cook on medium heat until the coleslaw mix begins to wilt, about 5 minutes. The cabbage should be turning opaque but not completely limp. Stir to incorporate the flavors as it cooks.

Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Egg Roll in a Bowl can be served as a lean, fiber-filled meal or over rice if desired. Enjoy!

Storing Egg Roll in a Bowl

Leftover Egg Roll in a Bowl can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat on the stovetop or microwave until heated through.

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This Ground Beef Sweet Potato Skillet with Vegetables is a one-pot, 30-minute meal idea packed with lean protein and whole foods! It’s a great family meal for busy weeknights!

This Ground Beef and Potato Casserole recipe is straightforward and has mild flavors the whole family will enjoy! It’s browned ground beef, tender potatoes, and carrots baked to perfection and served with a dollop of sour cream and shredded cheddar cheese!

Creamy Kielbasa and Bean Soup combines savory browned Kielbasa sausage with creamy white Great Northern beans in a chicken broth with tender carrots, onions, and minced garlic for a smoky, smooth flavor that warms the soul!

Another one-pot meal idea is this Creamy Ground Beef and Bowtie Pasta dish. The simple flavors satisfy here!