Better Than Takeout Egg Roll in a Bowl

Make the best Egg Roll in a Bowl at home with this easy, crispy, and fresh recipe. After making this many times, I discovered the secret to a perfect, better-than-takeout version. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy The Best Buttery Soft Pretzel Bites and Pineapple Mascarpone Upside-Down Mini Cakes.

What You'll Need for Better Than Takeout Egg Roll in a Bowl

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1 lb ground pork
• 1 bag coleslaw mix
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 1 small onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup bean sprouts (optional)
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 3 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari)
• 2 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
• 1 tsp grated ginger
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Optional: Chopped green onions
• Optional: Sesame seeds
• Optional: Crushed red pepper flakes
• Optional: Chopped cilantro
• Optional: Lime wedges

How to Make Better Than Takeout Egg Roll in a Bowl

1. Step 1: Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground pork, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat and set pork aside.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add onion and garlic. Cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add coleslaw mix, carrots, and bean sprouts (if using). Cook until the cabbage is wilted and the vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sriracha, and grated ginger. Pour the sauce over the vegetables and stir to combine. Add the cooked pork back into the skillet and mix well. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until everything is heated through.
4. Step 4: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, topped with your favorite toppings.

Storing & Reheating Better Than Takeout Egg Roll in a Bowl

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Make-ahead tip: This recipe can be made ahead of time and reheated for an easy meal prep option.

Freezing Better Than Takeout Egg Roll in a Bowl

Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, or until heated through. Stir halfway through.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a spicier version, add more sriracha or serve with additional hot sauce on the side.
• Best substitution: If you don't have coleslaw mix, you can use a bag of shredded cabbage or shred your own cabbage and carrots.
• Make-ahead: This recipe can be made ahead of time and reheated for an easy meal prep option. The flavors will meld together even more as it sits in the fridge.
• Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
• Troubleshooting: If your pork is still pink after cooking, it may not have been cooked long enough. Use a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).

Better Than Takeout Egg Roll in a Bowl

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Prep

15 minutes

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Cook

20 minutes

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Total

35 minutes

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Serves

4 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 lb ground pork
• 1 bag coleslaw mix
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 1 small onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup bean sprouts (optional)

Seasonings

• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 3 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari)
• 2 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
• 1 tsp grated ginger
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional Toppings

• Chopped green onions
• Sesame seeds
• Crushed red pepper flakes
• Chopped cilantro
• Lime wedges

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground pork, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat and set pork aside.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add onion and garlic. Cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add coleslaw mix, carrots, and bean sprouts (if using). Cook until the cabbage is wilted and the vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sriracha, and grated ginger. Pour the sauce over the vegetables and stir to combine. Add the cooked pork back into the skillet and mix well. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until everything is heated through.
4. Step 4: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, topped with your favorite toppings.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a spicier version, add more sriracha or serve with additional hot sauce on the side.
• Best substitution: If you don't have coleslaw mix, you can use a bag of shredded cabbage or shred your own cabbage and carrots.
• Make-ahead: This recipe can be made ahead of time and reheated for an easy meal prep option. The flavors will meld together even more as it sits in the fridge.
• Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
• Troubleshooting: If your pork is still pink after cooking, it may not have been cooked long enough. Use a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
• Freezer: Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, or until heated through. Stir halfway through.
• Make ahead: This recipe can be made ahead of time and reheated for an easy meal prep option.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 25g
• Fat: 18g
• Carbs: 20g
• Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 7g
• Sodium: 1200mg
• Cholesterol: 90mg
• Sat. Fat: 7g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Better Than Takeout Egg Roll in a Bowl and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!