Easy Egg Roll Noodle Bowl

I want to share a dish that is as exciting as it is comforting--the Easy Egg Roll Noodle Bowl! A steaming bowl of noodles, fresh veggies, and delicious ground meat, all tossed together in a perfectly balanced sauce of sweet, salty, and umami flavors. This is not just any noodle bowl but an Easy Egg Roll Noodle Bowl, which recreates the flavors of your favorite egg rolls in an uncomplicated, one-bowl dish.

I discovered this recipe while looking for a filling meal during one of those very busy weeknights, and didn't have time (or patience) to roll out egg rolls. My initial thought was, "How about if we just deconstruct it?" So, soon after, this was created. It quickly became a staple in my home, because it can come together faster than takeout, it is customizable to tastes, and it is delicious!

What is it that makes this recipe so good? It’s a perfect harmony! The crunch of the cabbage and carrots, the moisture of the ground pork (or chicken), and the sweet-sour sauce are so indulgent and healthy at the same time! And being a one skillet meal is so nice! Less cleanup and more time to enjoy your creation!

If you are like me and you love the convenience of takeout, but want to try and keep things healthy and homemade, this dish is for you. It’s great for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or a fun lunch during the weekend. And it’s definitely easy enough for beginner cooks to successfully try their hand at it….as long as they follow the directions!

So grab your wok or skillet and let’s get started on this Easy Egg Roll Noodle Bowl! You’ll be wondering how you ever lived without it!

Why make this Easy Egg Roll Noodle Bowl

This Easy Egg Roll Noodle Bowl is a lifesaver for anyone that loves bold flavors and fast meals. Here's why you need to add this to your meal rotation :

1. All the flavors of an egg roll, none of the effort : No rolling, no frying—just the same great flavor in half the time.
2. You can customize everything : Use whatever protein you have, swap in different veggies, or use any sauce you prefer.
3. One pan : You only have to dirty one pan—not a mediocre frozen meal anymore!
4. Great for meal prep : This reheats super well to enjoy on busy weeks.
5. Family friendly : You can even please picky eaters with this dish by the mere combination of noodles, meat, and veggies.

How to To Make Easy Egg Roll Noodle Bowl

We’re going to start by cooking the noodles according to the package directions. While the noodles are boiling, heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add a drizzle of oil and add in the ground meat. Brown the ground meat until there is no pink left in it and it’s cooked through.

After cooking the meat, add in the garlic and ginger. Smell that? Your kitchen has officially transitioned to Asian cooking, and it smells delicious! In to the skillet add the shredded cabbage and carrots until just slightly softened but still crisp.

In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and sriracha if you’re using it. Pour this over the meat and vegetable mixture. Stir everything to coat it in the sauce.

Finally, add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss everything together until it's well combined. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds and serve hot!

Easy Egg Roll Noodle Bowl Tips

1. Prep ahead of time : Shred your cabbage and carrots in advance.
2. Adjust for spice : Add as much or as little sriracha as you like based on your heat tolerance.
3. Use fresh ingredients : Always use fresh garlic and ginger for richer flavor.

Substitutions and Variations

• Protein : You can substitute ground pork for chicken, turkey, or even tofu to make this vegetarian.
• Veggies : You can also add bell peppers, mushrooms, or snap peas if you would like to add crunch with extra veggies!
• Noodles : You can use udon or soba noodles, or to reduce carbs you could use zucchini noodles!

Make a Healthier Version

• Low-carb option : You could omit the noodles altogether or substitute your noodles with spiralized zucchini or spaghetti squash.
• Gluten-Free : Instead of soy sauce use tamari, just be sure to look for gluten-free noodles.
• Low-Fat: Use lean ground turkey! Reducing the amount of sesame oil can also help with fat reduction.

Closing For Easy Egg Roll Noodle Bowl

And that is it! An incredibly easy and delicious recipe. Don’t forget to let us know how your Easy Egg Roll Noodle Bowl turns out, and make sure to check out a few of our other recipes, like Broadway Brownie Bars for dessert!

Enjoy!!! Your Easy Egg Roll Noodle Bowl!