I love a dinner that pulls double duty: fast enough for a Tuesday and still hits my protein goals without me thinking too hard about it. This High Protein Egg Roll In A Bowl is exactly that. One pan, 20 minutes, and 60 grams of protein sitting in your bowl by the time you sit down.
My husband requests this one on the nights he gets home from the gym starving and impatient. I usually have the turkey already browning by the time he walks in, and the smell of garlic and sesame oil hitting that hot pan is basically my dinner bell. My kids call it “the crunchy noodle bowl” even though there are no noodles in it, they’re just talking about the cabbage. In my experience, this is the kind of recipe that ends up next to my chicken protein bowl in the weekly rotation because it’s just that easy to throw together after a long day. Let’s get into it.
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Ingredients for High Protein Egg Roll In A Bowl
Here’s what I use, plus a few swaps that work if your fridge looks different than mine tonight.
- 1 lb. ground turkey (99/1)
- 1/2 Tbsp. toasted sesame oil
- 100 g broccoli slaw mix
- 1 Tbsp. minced garlic
- 3 Tbsp. coconut aminos (90 g)
- 150 g sliced cabbage
- 75 g chopped water chestnuts (about 1/2 can)
- 1 tsp. sriracha
- 1/2 tsp. ground ginger
- 1 chopped green onion
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Allergen note: this recipe contains sesame from the toasted sesame oil.
My go to brand for coconut aminos is Coconut Secret, it has a milder, slightly sweeter flavor than soy sauce, so if you swap in regular soy sauce, start with a little less and taste as you go. If ground turkey isn’t your thing, this works just as well with ground chicken, pork, or ground beef, similar to what I use in my beef protein bowl. Pro tip: grab pre-shredded broccoli slaw and cabbage mix if your store carries it, it cuts your prep time down to almost nothing.
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Step-By-Step Instructions
I always brown the meat first and let it get a little color before adding anything else, it makes a real difference in flavor.
Step 1: Spray a large pan with nonstick spray and brown the ground turkey over medium heat, breaking it up as it cooks. If a lot of liquid collects in the pan, drain some off. Once the turkey is browned, stir in the sesame oil.
Step 2: Add the minced garlic, broccoli slaw, and coconut aminos, and stir to combine. Let it simmer until the broccoli softens slightly, about 2 to 3 minutes. Add the cabbage, water chestnuts, sriracha, ginger, salt, and pepper. Stir and simmer until the cabbage wilts down, another 3 to 4 minutes. Mix in the chopped green onion.
Step 3: Top with extra sriracha, a drizzle of coconut aminos, or a sprinkle of sesame seeds, and serve warm.
High Protein Egg Roll In A Bowl
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Spray a large pan with nonstick spray and brown the ground turkey over medium heat, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess liquid if needed. Once browned, stir in the sesame oil.
- Add minced garlic, broccoli slaw, and coconut aminos, and stir. Simmer until the broccoli softens, about 2 to 3 minutes. Add cabbage, water chestnuts, sriracha, ginger, salt, and pepper. Stir and simmer until the cabbage wilts, about 3 to 4 minutes. Mix in the chopped green onion.
- Top with extra sriracha, a drizzle of coconut aminos, or sesame seeds, and serve warm.
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What to Serve With High Protein Egg Roll In A Bowl
This bowl is filling on its own, but a few sides round it out nicely if you want to stretch it further or feed a bigger crowd.
- Steamed jasmine rice: Soaks up the extra sauce and turns this into a heartier meal without much extra effort.
- Cucumber salad: A cool, crisp cucumber salad with a splash of rice vinegar balances out the warm, savory bowl.
- Miso soup: A light starter that fits right into the flavor profile without competing with it.
- Edamame: Adds even more plant based protein and gives you something to snack on while the turkey browns.
If you’re meal prepping for the week, this pairs well alongside my high protein baked egg bowl for an easy breakfast the next morning.
Storage & Serving Tips
This bowl keeps well in the fridge for up to 4 days in an airtight container, which makes it one of my go to meal prep recipes. I usually portion it into containers right after it cools so lunch is grab and go all week.
To reheat, warm it in a skillet over medium heat for a few minutes, or microwave it in 30 second bursts until hot. I don’t recommend freezing this one since the cabbage gets watery once thawed.
It’s also easy to change up. Swap the ground turkey for ground chicken or beef, add a fried egg on top for even more protein, or wrap the filling in lettuce cups for a lighter, low carb version.
My Favorite Sauces for High Protein Egg Roll In A Bowl
A drizzle of the right sauce takes this bowl from good to the one you crave. These pairings lean into the sweet, savory, and spicy notes already in the recipe instead of fighting them.
- Spicy mayo: A simple mix of mayo, sriracha, and a splash of rice vinegar adds a creamy, spicy layer, it’s the same drizzle I use on my shrimp protein bowl.
- Sweet chili sauce: A classic Thai style sweet chili sauce brings a sticky sweetness that balances the savory turkey and garlic.
- Hoisin drizzle: A small drizzle of hoisin sauce adds depth and a touch of sweetness that mimics the flavor of a traditional egg roll wrapper.
- Egg roll dipping sauce: A homemade blend of soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, and a little honey gives you that classic sweet and tangy dipping sauce flavor right in the bowl.
- Sesame soy drizzle: Toasted sesame oil, a splash of coconut aminos, and a pinch of sesame seeds add extra nutty depth if you want to keep things simple.
Conclusion
This High Protein Egg Roll In A Bowl has earned its spot as one of my most requested dinners, and once you make it, I think you’ll understand why. It’s fast, it’s high in protein, and it actually tastes like the egg rolls you’re craving without any of the wrapping or frying. If you’re building out a protein bowl rotation like mine, my high protein taco bowls are worth a look too. Grab your pan and give it a try this week, I have a feeling it’ll end up in your rotation, right alongside my cottage cheese pizza bowl.
