This one-skillet meal has all the savory flavor of an egg roll without the wrapper, making it a zero or low-point feast!
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Keyword: Weight Watchers, Low Carb, One Pan Meal
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Estimated WW Points: ~0-3 points per serving(depending on your specific plan and the oil/meat used).
Ingredients
- 1 lb 99% lean ground turkey or 96% lean ground beef (or ground chicken/pork)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil or olive oil (or use low-sodium broth for sautéing to save points)
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4-5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated (or 1 tsp ground ginger)
- 1 (14 oz) bag coleslaw mix (shredded cabbage & carrots)
- 3-4 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce or tamari (or coconut aminos)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tsp sriracha or chili garlic sauce (optional, adjust to taste)
- ½ cup sliced green onions, for garnish
- Toasted sesame seeds, for garnish (adds minimal points)
For the Sauce (optional but recommended for depth of flavor):
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp water
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
Instructions
- Brown the Meat: In a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat, add the ground meat. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until no longer pink. If using very lean meat, you may not need to drain it. If there’s excess grease, drain it.
- Sauté Aromatics: Push the meat to one side of the skillet. Add the oil (or a splash of broth) to the empty space. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until it begins to soften. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Combine and Wilt: Add the entire bag of coleslaw mix to the skillet. Pour in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sriracha. Stir everything together until well combined.
- Cook Down: Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5-7 minutes, or until the cabbage has wilted to your desired tenderness.
- Thicken (Optional): If using the optional thickening sauce, whisk the ingredients together in a small bowl until the cornstarch is dissolved. Push the contents of the skillet to the sides and pour the sauce into the center. Let it bubble for 30 seconds, then stir it into the entire mixture until it thickens slightly.
- Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning with more soy sauce or sriracha if needed. Garnish generously with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Serve hot!
Recipe Notes & WW Tips
- Zero-Point Version: For a true zero-point mealon most WW plans, use 99% lean ground turkey or chicken and sauté the onions in 2-3 tablespoons of water or low-sodium chicken broth instead of oil. Skip the optional thickening sauce.
- Boost the Veggies: Feel free to add other zero-point vegetables like sliced mushrooms, bell peppers, or water chestnuts for more volume and crunch.
- Make it a “Bowl”: Serve over cauliflower rice for a zero-point base, or over a bed of regular rice or quinoa (remember to add points for these).
- Meal Prep Friendly: This recipe is perfect for meal prep. It stores beautifully in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Enjoy your quick, healthy, and delicious dinner
