This quick and tasty Egg Roll in a Bowl is everything you love about a classic egg roll, without the wrapper! Made in one skillet with ground pork (or turkey or chicken), broccoli slaw mix, and flavorful Asian-inspired seasonings, this easy low-carb meal is bursting with flavor and comes together in just 30 minutes. Perfect for a busy weeknight!
Easy Low Carb Stir Fry
If you’re craving Asian style takeout but want something a little lighter (and faster), this egg roll in a bowl recipe is a great option. It's full of the savory flavors of garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil.
I like how versatile it is, and this deconstructed egg roll bowl is my go-to recipe when I'm working on shedding a few pounds and still want a filling meal.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Also known as 'Unstuffed Egg Roll,' 'Deconstructed Egg Roll Bowl,' or 'Egg Roll Stir Fry,' this quick dish is a reader favorite for low-carb dinners.
Quick and easy – Ready in 30 minutes or less!
One skillet – Fewer dishes, less cleanup.
Low carb & gluten-free adaptable – Use tamari or coconut aminos in place of soy sauce to make it gluten-free.
Meal prep friendly – Makes great leftovers for lunch or dinner.
Using a bag or two of broccoli slaw (or coleslaw mix) saves you lots of chopping, making this a quick and healthy weeknight dinner.
Serve it as-is, or over rice, cauliflower rice, or noodles to make it more filling.
Ingredients in This Egg Roll Bowl Recipe
Exact amounts are in the recipe card.
Ground Pork – Or use ground turkey or ground chicken.
Green Onions – Adds freshness and a mild bite.
Garlic – Fresh minced garlic (or jarred if that's what you have).
Grated Ginger – Bright, zesty, and key for that egg roll taste.
Broccoli Slaw Or coleslaw mix – A time-saving veggie base.
Soy Sauce – Adds savory umami.
Sesame Oil – A little goes a long way in flavor.
Rice Wine Vinegar – Adds balance and a subtle tang.
Garnishes – Chopped green onions (green parts), cilantro, sesame seeds, and a drizzle of sriracha.
Egg Roll in a Bowl Variations
• Make it spicy – Add sriracha or crushed red pepper flakes when cooking.
• Add crunch – Sprinkle with chopped peanuts or crispy wonton strips before serving.
• Add eggs – For a little extra protein and texture, scramble in an egg just before serving.
• Serve with rice – Spoon over jasmine rice or cauliflower rice to bulk it up.
How to Make Egg Roll in a Bowl
Cook the Meat
• Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground pork and the white parts of the green onions. Cook, breaking up the meat, until browned.
Add Aromatics
• Stir in the garlic and ginger and cook for about 1 minute, just until fragrant.
Add Veggies & Seasonings – Add the broccoli slaw (or coleslaw mix), and soy sauce.
• Pour in the sesame oil and rice vinegar.
• Stir everything together and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the slaw is tender.
Garnish & Serve
Top with the green parts of the green onions, fresh cilantro, sesame seeds, and a drizzle of sriracha or your favorite sauce.
How to Store Leftovers
Store leftover Egg Roll Bowl in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in a skillet or microwave until hot. Great for meal prep!
Asian Inspired Dinner Recipes
There are plenty more, just do a search for your favorite ingredient.
Instant Pot Mongolian Beef
Asian Pork Belly Sliders
Fresh Asian Slaw
Instant Pot Garlic Noodles
This Egg Roll in a Bowl is a fast & flavorful one-skillet dinner with the bold flavors of an egg roll, minus the wrapper! A low-carb meal full of veggies & protein, ready in about 30 minutes.
- 1 pound Ground Pork (or turkey, chicken)
- 4 Green Onions chopped, green and white parts divided
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 Tablespoon Grated Ginger
- 2 12-ounce bags Broccoli Slaw (or Coleslaw Mix)
- 3 Tablespoons Soy Sauce (I use low sodium)
- 1 Tablespoon Sesame Oil
- 2 teaspoons Rice Wine Vinegar
- Green parts of chopped green onions
- Cilantro, chopped
- Sesame Seeds
- Sriracha
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add ground pork and white parts of green onions. Cook, breaking up the meat until browned.
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Add the garlic and ginger, and cook for 1 minute.
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Add the broccoli slaw, soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice wine vinegar. Stir and cook about 5 minutes, until the broccoli slaw is tender.
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Serve with the green parts of chopped green onions, chopped cilantro, sesame seeds, and sriracha or other sauce you like.
Approximate nutrition per serving (based on 4 servings):
Calories: 310 | Protein: 21g | Carbohydrates: 10g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 720mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g
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