This Enside Out Egg Roll Recipe packs all the savory, umami flavor of a classic egg roll without the effort and deep frying. It comes together in one skillet and in just 25 minutes, making it a lighter, faster weeknight dinner that still tastes like takeout comfort.
"Such a delicious recipe! Loved it..Made a beef and a chicken version and it was a hit!" -Chhavi
A Quick Look At The Recipe
- ⏲️Ready In: 25 minutes
- 👪Serves: 5
- 🍽 Calories and Protein: 384 kcals and 25 grams of protein
- 📋 Main Ingredients: Ground beef, cabbage coleslaw mix, onion, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and chili paste.
- 📖 Dietary Notes: Dairy-free, gluten-free, grain-free, paleo option.
- ⭐ Why You'll Love It: This speedy 25-minute skillet packs bold, savory flavors into a healthy, protein-filled dinner that tastes just like takeout but better.
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If you want something that tastes like takeout without the cost or the effort, this gluten-free egg roll in a bowl is the answer. It’s high in protein, comes together fast, and delivers that same savory flavor you crave on a busy weeknight. It’s become one of my go-to dairy and gluten-free dinners when I need something satisfying but don’t have the brainpower to cook, right up there with gluten-free ground turkey pasta.
What I love most about this inside out egg roll with coleslaw mix is how versatile it is; you can tweak it for different dietary needs, and it still turns out incredible every time. It’s a simple meal that’s packed with protein and flavor, just like this chicken taco skillet or sheet pan fajitas, perfect for when we need dinner fast.
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- A Quick Look At The Recipe
- 💭 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- INGREDIENTS AND SUBSTITUTIONS
- Flavor Variations
- How To Make the Inside Out Egg Roll Recipe
- Expert Tips
- How To Serve It
- Storing And Reheating
- Inside Out Egg Rolls FAQs
- More Easy Dairy and Gluten-Free Dinner Recipes
- Gluten-Free Inside Out Egg Roll Skillet
💭 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Quick: This gluten-free weeknight dinner comes together in just 25 minutes.
Savory flavor: It has a comforting, savory flavor from the spice and seasoning blend that makes you want to just curl up.
Easy clean up: This inside out egg rolls are cooked all in one skillet to make cleaning up after dinner easier.
INGREDIENTS AND SUBSTITUTIONS
This dish is made in one skillet and comes together far quicker than the traditional recipe- just like this gochujang chicken. Know that if you love this flavor, you'll also love egg roll soup, which is made in about 35 minutes so perfect for weeknights too.
- Ground beef: If possible, grab lean ground beef. Many people make unstuffed egg rolls with a blend of ground beef and ground pork, so that would work as well. If you have leftovers, make lazy cabbage rolls. The same goes for Korean beef and broccoli.
- Coleslaw mix: Though you can shred the cabbage and carrots yourself, save some time and just grab a bagged coleslaw mix. This is an easy hack for shrimp and chicken fried rice, too.
- Chili paste (also known as gochujang); each brand can be drastically different in terms of spiciness. Stick with a brand you know or opt to taste test as you make the recipe. Likewise, double-check that the one you have is gluten-free.
- Keeping it gluten-free: Double-check that your sauces (like the chili paste) are gluten-free, as they're an easy hidden source of gluten. We use tamari in place of soy sauce a lot for this.
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Flavor Variations
It’s easy to switch up or add ingredients to the egg roll in a bowl to both stretch it further or to give it a pop of color.
Protein: You can make the inside out egg roll recipe with ground turkey, chicken, venison, or a blend of any for new proteins and a subtle taste shift. We do this a lot for easy venison chili, too.
- Vegetables: Stretch the dinner further by adding bell peppers, chopped mushrooms, or asparagus.
- Pad Thai style: Scramble some eggs and mix them into the mix.
How To Make the Inside Out Egg Roll Recipe
Step 1. Sauté the onions, ginger, and garlic in oil and combine all spices into a large skillet.
Step 2. Add the ground beef and cook through. Do not drain. Mix together the pepper, chili paste, lime juice, fish sauce, sesame oil, and soy sauce.
Step 3. Add the coleslaw mix to the skillet and continue to cook. Add the Thai sauce mixture and stir well. Cook until cabbage is softened and serve.
Expert Tips
You’ll maximize your flavor by using toasted sesame oil instead of regular.
Make it paleo: Use coconut aminos in place of soy sauce and use a paleo chili paste or make your own.
Fresh ingredients are what bring out the most delicious, classic flavors of this egg roll in a bowl. Powdered spices like ground ginger will work in a pinch, but won’t be the same.
How To Serve It
You can enjoy this unstuffed egg roll as-is. Or, serve it in your favorite bowl and top it with:
- Green onions
- Spicy kimchi
- Sesame seeds
If you want to stretch the meal further for a large family, serve it on top of a scoop of basmati rice or cauliflower rice.
Storing And Reheating
Store it in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
To reheat it, you can pop it into the microwave or reheat it in a skillet on medium to low. You may need to add a splash of water to the skillet to moisten it a bit.
Inside Out Egg Rolls FAQs
Yes! You can store inside out egg rolls in the freezer for up to three months. Store them in a sealed plastic baggie or freezer-safe airtight container. Before reheating the egg roll in a bowl, let it thaw in the fridge overnight.
Typically, ground beef is used when making egg roll in a bowl. However, many people also use ground pork or even a mixture of the two.
Some common mistakes when making egg roll in a bowl are not using fresh spices. Fresh garlic and ginger give a more authentic flavor the the recipe. Likewise, overcooking the vegetables takes away from the texture of the bowl; you want the vegetables to be cooked but remain crisp.
More Easy Dairy and Gluten-Free Dinner Recipes
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Gluten-Free Inside Out Egg Roll Skillet
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Equipment
- 1 Large skillet
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs. ground beef
- 1 large onion diced
- 1 bag of cabbage coleslaw mix
- 1 Tbsp. minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp. minced ginger
- 1 Tbsp. Chili paste
- 2 Tbsp. Lime juice
- 1 Tbsp. fish sauce
- ½ tsp. black pepper
- 1 tsp. sesame oil
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- Fresh basil or cilantro as garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet or wok, add the ground beef and onion, and cook until crumbled and cooked through approximately 5-6 min.
- Do not drain.
- In a small bowl add the garlic, ginger, pepper, chili paste, lime juice, fish sauce, sesame oil, and soy sauce, and stir to combine.
- Add the coleslaw mix to ground meat then cook and stir over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes.
- Add Thai sauce mixture then stir well.
- Reduce heat to medium and continue cooking for 5-10 minutes or until cabbage is tender.
- Serve it with rice if needed and garnish with fresh basil, chopped green onions, or cilantro
Notes
Disclaimer:
Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data"
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chhavi says
Such a delicious recipe! Loved it..Made a beef and a chicken version and it was a hit!
Laura says
So delicious! Thanks for the tip about getting pre-shredded cabbage - that was a life-saver and made the prep for this super-easy. My kids gobbled this up and asked for more!
Brenda says
These egg roll bowls were delicious. Everyone ate them up!
Brooke says
This was an easy dinner, I did use a bag of coleslaw I had. the leftovers the next day were just as delicious!