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Egg Roll In a Bowl

published on December 12, 2021 | updated on December 29, 2021

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Egg roll in a bowl is a delicious keto version of the classic Asian egg roll recipe but without the wrapper. It’s an easy one pan main dish that’s made in less than 20 minutes. It’s full of flavors and nutrients. And it’s adaptable, as you can make it using your favorite meat and veggies.

A close up photo of an Egg Roll in a Bowl

Egg roll bowl is our easy go-to meal for a quick lunch or dinner as it’s ready in no time. It’s an amazing option for those of you who have been doing the keto diet as this recipe is low in carbohydrates. As opposed to the traditional egg roll recipe (also called Chinese or fried spring rolls), it doesn’t require using the egg roll wrappers.

This deconstructed egg roll is not only Keto friendly, but is also a filling meal that kids and adults in my family love! Trust me, once you try it, you won’t stop making it!

Table of Contents hide
1 Why This Recipe Works
2 Key Ingredients
3 How To Make Egg Roll in a Bowl
4 Tips For Making Egg Roll In a Bowl
5 How to Store Egg Roll in a Bowl?
6 Frequently Asked Questions
7 What To Serve With?
8 Egg Roll In a Bowl Recipe

Why This Recipe Works

This recipe is loved by all our family and friends. It has been added to our rotation list since I’ve made it for the first time.

We love it for the following reasons:

  • Flavorful: It consists of mixing several delicious flavors in one bowl. This is what makes this recipe amazing!
  • Low carb: The total net carb per serving is 10 grams, which makes it perfect for the keto diet but also for everyone who tries to cut on carbs (and who doesn’t?!).
  • Healthy: This recipe is full of healthy ingredients, lots of vitamins and fibre.

Key Ingredients

  • Protein: You can use ground chicken like I did, or substitute with ground pork, turkey, beef, etc.
  • Coleslaw mix: I like to buy the pre-shredded stuff from the supermarket as it saves a lot of time. But you can shred a white cabbage and mix it with shredded (and peeled) carrot.
  • Seasonings: To give this dish the egg roll flavor, I use soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and a dash of sesame oil (don’t skip this one as it adds so much flavor!).
  • Ginger and garlic: I avoid buying the store-bought paste as it doesn’t taste as good as the fresh stuff. I recommend peeling and grating fresh ginger root, and a clove of fresh garlic for the best flavor.

Complete list of ingredients with amounts and instructions can be found in the recipe card below.

egg rolls in a bowl ingredients

How To Make Egg Roll in a Bowl

  • Cook the protein – Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or pan, and add ground chicken (or turkey, pork or beef). Season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through. Add garlic and ginger.
  • Add the veggies – Stir in the coleslaw mix and green onions. Sauté until cabbage is wilted.
  • The sauce – Stir in the soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce and toasted sesame oil.
  • Serve – Remove from heat and sprinkle with green onions. Adjust the seasonings and divide the mixture into 2 bowls. Enjoy while it’s hot!
Cooking egg roll bowl in a large skillet

Tips For Making Egg Roll In a Bowl

  • Coleslaw mix: I prefer using the pre-shredded coleslaw mix from the supermarket as it saves a lot of time. But to make 3 cups coleslaw mix, you can shred 2½ cups white cabbage and mix it with ½ cup shredded (and peeled) carrot.
  • Protein – Ground chicken can be substituted with ground pork, beef, sausage, turkey, shrimp, Tofu, etc. If using shrimp, throw the raw shrimp at the end of the cooking process as it cooks quickly, depending on its size. 
  • Meat – If using meat, you might need to drain the grease after cooking meat so the dish is not too wet. 
  • Egg – You can scramble an egg in the pan after cooking all other ingredients for additional protein. 
  • Water – You can add a little water to sauté the cabbage if needed. 
  • Veggies – You can double or substitute vegetables in this recipe. Options are endless, such as: broccoli slaw, peppers, mushrooms, snow peas, lettuce leaves, red cabbage, cauliflower rice, edamame, bean sprouts, cut chives, etc. The recipe can also be spooned into lettuce and served. 
  • Soy sauce substitute – If you are on a strict keto diet, then substitute Soy with coconut aminos.
  • Grains – If you don’t care about a low carb diet, then feel free to add your favourite grains to this recipe if you wish. Quinoa, rice and rice noodles are great options. And for crispiness, you can add a few corn tortillas. 
  • Child friendly meal – If you are planing on serving this recipe to children, then you might want to hold of adding Worcestershire sauce while cooking and add it individually at the table instead. 
  • Low sodium – For low sodium option, you can use low sodium soy sauce. 
  • Spicy – For spice lovers, sprinkle some red pepper flakes on the final dish. 
  • Sauces – Skip or add a sauce that you like. Options are Hoisin sauce, Sriracha sauce, Chili Garlic sauce, sweet chili sauce, fish sauce, Oyster sauce or Chinese 5 spice. 
  • Sesame seeds – If you like, sprinkle with sesame seeds when platting. 
  • Gluten-free: This recipe can be made gluten-free if using gluten-free soy sauce. 

How to Store Egg Roll in a Bowl?

You can batch cook the meat ahead of time and freeze it. Then thaw it in the fridge before making this recipe in no time. It reheats wonderfully.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does an egg roll have an egg in it?

The egg roll wrapper that wraps the egg roll contains eggs in it. This is how it got it’s name.

What meat to use?

Feel free to use your favourite meat in this recipe, from ground chicken to ground pork, turkey, beef, etc.

Egg Roll or Spring Roll?

Both names are used interchangeably. But they both refer to the same thing.

A close up photo of an Egg Roll Bowl

What To Serve With?

This recipe contains everything you need to have for a complete and filling meal. But feel free to serve it with some boiled eggs for extra protein.

Did you make this? Be sure to rate the recipe, leave a review below and tag me on Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest!

Egg Roll In a Bowl Recipe

Egg Roll In a Bowl is a healthy and easy recipe that is low in carbs and filled with vegetables. It can be served for a quick complete lunch or dinner to enjoy with your family. It's full of proteins and nutrients and is ready in less than 20 minutes.
5 from 9 votes
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian Cuisine
Keyword: Egg Roll in a Bowl
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 2
Calories: 289kcal

Equipment

  • Frying pan
  • spatula

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
  • ¾ pound (273g) ground chicken
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger grated
  • 3 cups coleslaw mix can be substituted with ½ cup carrots and 2½ cups cabbage
  •  ¼ cup green onions sliced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil

Instructions

  • Heat 2 teaspoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or pan over medium heat.
  • Add ground chicken and season with salt and pepper.
  • Cook the ground chicken until browned and cooked through.
  • Add garlic and ginger and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Stir in the coleslaw mix and green onions. Sauté until cabbage is wilted, for about 3-4 minutes. Add a little water to sauté the cabbage if needed.
  • Stir in the soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce and sesame oil. Remove from heat and sprinkle with green onions. Adjust the seasonings to your preference.
  • Divide the mixture into 2 bowls and enjoy while it's hot!

Notes

  • Coleslaw mix: I prefer using the pre-shredded coleslaw mix from the supermarket as it saves a lot of time. But to make 3 cups coleslaw mix, you can shred 2½ cups white cabbage and mix it with ½ cup shredded (and peeled) carrot.
  • Protein – Ground chicken can be substituted with ground pork, beef, sausage, turkey, shrimp, Tofu, etc. If using shrimp, throw the raw shrimp at the end of the cooking process as it cooks quickly, depending on its size. 
  • Meat – If using meat, you might need to drain the grease after cooking meat so the dish is not too wet. 
  • Egg – You can scramble an egg in the pan after cooking all other ingredients for additional protein. 
  • Water – You can add a little water to sauté the cabbage if needed. 
  • Veggies – You can double or substitute vegetables in this recipe. Options are endless, such as: broccoli slaw, peppers, mushrooms, snow peas, lettuce leaves, red cabbage, cauliflower rice, edamame, bean sprouts, cut chives, etc. The recipe can also be spooned into lettuce and served. 
  • Soy sauce substitute – If you are on a strict keto diet, then substitute Soy with coconut aminos.
  • Grains – If you don’t care about a low carb diet, then feel free to add your favourite grains to this recipe if you wish. Quinoa, rice and rice noodles are great options. And for crispiness, you can add a few corn tortillas. 
  • Child friendly meal – If you are planing on serving this recipe to children, then you might want to hold of adding Worcestershire sauce while cooking and add it individually at the table instead. 
  • Low sodium – For low sodium option, you can use low sodium soy sauce. 
  • Spicy – For spice lovers, sprinkle some red pepper flakes on the final dish. 
  • Sauces – Skip or add a sauce that you like. Options are Hoisin sauce, Sriracha sauce, Chili Garlic sauce, sweet chili sauce, fish sauce, Oyster sauce or Chinese 5 spice. 
  • Sesame seeds – If you like, sprinkle with sesame seeds when platting. 
  • Gluten-free: This recipe can be made gluten-free if using gluten-free soy sauce. 

Nutrition

Calories: 289kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 146mg | Sodium: 709mg | Potassium: 1198mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 234IU | Vitamin C: 42mg | Calcium: 75mg | Iron: 3mg

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