Healthy Senior Recipe: Easy Egg Roll in a Bowl

Healthy Recipe: Egg Roll in a Bowl

This lighter take on the classic egg roll skips the wrapper for a nutritious, easy-to-make meal. With protein-rich ground meat, fresh veggies, and flavorful seasonings, it’s perfect for seniors looking for a simple and healthy dinner. Serve as is or pair with brown rice for extra fiber.

Serves 4

Ingredients:

• ¼ cup hoisin sauce

• 2 tablespoons soy sauce

• 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar

• 1 pound ground pork (or any ground meat or meat substitute)

• 1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil, if needed

• 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil

• 1 yellow onion, finely chopped

• 3 large cloves garlic, minced (or more to taste)

• 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger (or 1 teaspoon powdered)

• 1 (16-ounce) bag coleslaw mix

• ½ cup grated carrot

• Kosher salt, ground black pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste

• 2 scallions, trimmed and chopped

• Cooked brown or white rice (optional)

• Sriracha or other hot sauce for serving (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a small bowl, whisk together hoisin sauce, soy sauce, and vinegar.

2. In a large skillet, cook ground meat over medium heat until browned, about 10 minutes. Drain fat if necessary.

3. Add sesame oil, onion, garlic, and ginger. Cook 5 minutes, until onion is tender.

4. Stir in sauce mixture, coleslaw mix, and carrots. Cook 5 minutes, until cabbage wilts.

5. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.

6. Serve in bowls with rice (optional). Garnish with scallions and hot sauce, if desired.

Why This Recipe Is Great for Senior Fitness

• High in Protein: Supports muscle strength and active aging.

• Rich in Fiber & Antioxidants: Coleslaw mix and carrots aid digestion and immune health.

• Customizable & Easy: Simple one-pan meal adaptable to senior dietary needs.