Trader Joes Egg Roll In A Bowl Recipe

This crunchy, savory Trader Joes Egg Roll In A Bowl Recipe is made with ground pork, shredded cabbage, and ginger, and ready in 25 minutes. The savory soy and sesame sauce hits the hot pan, instantly caramelizing the crisp vegetables and browned meat. I love how this delivers all the classic takeout flavors without any deep frying.

Better Than Takeaway

I used to order takeout every Friday night just to get my fix of crispy egg rolls. I eventually realized that stuffing cabbage into wrappers and frying them was too much effort for a weeknight.

Making this unstuffed version completely changed my meal prep routine. I learned that browning the pork thoroughly before adding the vegetables keeps everything perfectly crisp instead of soggy.

Trader Joes Egg Roll In A Bowl Recipe Ingredients

• 1 lb ground pork
• 1 bag (14 oz) Trader Joe’s Shredded Green Cabbage
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
• 1/4 cup soy sauce or coconut aminos
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 2 green onions, sliced

How To Make Trader Joes Egg Roll In A Bowl Recipe

1. Brown The Meat: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the ground pork until deeply browned and no pink remains, about 5 to 7 minutes.
2. Aromatize The Pan: Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Wilt The Vegetables: Add the shredded cabbage and carrots to the skillet, tossing constantly for 3 to 4 minutes until they begin to soften but retain a crunch.
4. Add The Sauce: Pour in the soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar, stirring well to coat all the ingredients evenly.
5. Garnish And Serve: Remove the pan from the heat and sprinkle the sliced green onions over the top before serving.

Recipe Tips

• Do not overcook the cabbage: You want the vegetables to retain a noticeable crunch to mimic a real egg roll wrapper.
• Drain excess fat: If your ground pork releases too much oil, spoon off the excess before adding the vegetables so the dish is not greasy.
• Use high heat: A hot pan ensures the meat browns properly and the cabbage sears rather than steams.

What To Serve With Egg Roll In A Bowl

This dish pairs perfectly with a side of steamed jasmine rice or cauliflower rice to soak up the savory sauce. You can also drizzle some spicy mayo over the top for an extra kick of creaminess and heat.

How To Store

Store any leftover portions in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave until warmed through. I do not recommend freezing this meal, as the cabbage will become mushy upon thawing.

FAQs

Can I use a different protein?
Yes, ground chicken, turkey, or even crumbled tofu work exceptionally well in this recipe.

Is this recipe low carb?
Yes, by skipping the traditional wrapper and using coconut aminos, this bowl is naturally low in carbohydrates.

Can I use a pre-packaged slaw mix?
Absolutely, Trader Joe’s Broccoli Slaw or any standard coleslaw mix saves prep time and works perfectly here.

Nutrition

• Calories: 310 kcal
• Total Fat: 22g
• Saturated Fat: 8g
• Cholesterol: 75mg
• Sodium: 850mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 10g
• Protein: 20g

Trader Joes Egg Roll In A Bowl Recipe

Recipe by Nate Collins

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

15

minutes

Total time

25

minutes

Crunchy, savory Trader Joes Egg Roll In A Bowl Recipe made with ground pork, shredded cabbage, and fresh ginger ready in just 25 minutes. This quick, low-carb skillet dinner provides all those comforting takeout flavors for an easy weeknight meal.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground pork

• 1 bag (14 oz) Trader Joe’s Shredded Green Cabbage

• 1 cup shredded carrots

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated

• 1/4 cup soy sauce or coconut aminos

• 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil

• 1 tbsp rice vinegar

• 2 green onions, sliced

Directions

• 1. Brown The Meat: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the ground pork until deeply browned and no pink remains, about 5 to 7 minutes.
• 2. Aromatize The Pan: Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
• 3. Wilt The Vegetables: Add the shredded cabbage and carrots to the skillet, tossing constantly for 3 to 4 minutes until they begin to soften but retain a crunch.
• 4. Add The Sauce: Pour in the soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar, stirring well to coat all the ingredients evenly.
• 5. Garnish And Serve: Remove the pan from the heat and sprinkle the sliced green onions over the top before serving.