Cooking Instructions

• Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat to prepare for cooking the ingredients.
• Add 8 ounces of lean ground beef and 1 minced garlic clove to the skillet. Sauté for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is fully browned and cooked through.
• While the beef is cooking, chop 2 cups of cabbage, slice ½ red bell pepper, thinly slice 3 scallions, and cut 1 medium carrot into thin strips to have all ingredients ready.
• Add the chopped cabbage, carrot strips, crushed red pepper flakes (optional), another minced garlic clove, and the scallions to the skillet with the cooked beef.
• Cover the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage softens slightly but still retains some crunch.
• Stir in the sliced red bell pepper, the last minced garlic clove, and 2 tablespoons of tamari sauce. Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
• Remove the skillet from heat and mix in ¼ cup of chopped fresh parsley or cilantro. Serve the stir-fry immediately for best flavor and texture.