Spicy Ground Beef Stir-Fry Bowl
This easy and quick Spicy Ground Beef Stir-Fry Bowl with garlic veggies and steamed rice is a comfort food favorite perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Beef and Sauce
- 1/2 pound ground beef Adjust depending on your family size.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Garlic adds deep flavor.
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce Low-sodium soy sauce preferred.
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes Adjust to taste.
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil Adds nutty flavor.
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar Balances flavors.
Vegetables
- 1 cup broccoli florets Packed with nutrients.
- 1/2 red bell pepper sliced Brightens the dish.
- 1/2 zucchini sliced Soaks up sauce well.
- 1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced Adds earthy flavor.
Cooking Essentials
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For sautéing veggies.
- 1 cup steamed white rice Base for the stir-fry.
Instructions
Preparation
- Prepare all vegetables by washing and chopping them. Mince the garlic.
- Measure out all sauces and seasonings.
Cooking the Beef
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, add sesame oil and minced garlic. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces.
- Stir in soy sauce, chili flakes, and brown sugar. Let it simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat.
Cooking the Veggies
- In a separate pan, heat olive oil and sauté garlic for 30 seconds.
- Add mushrooms and cook for 2 minutes.
- Add broccoli, zucchini, and red bell pepper. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp. Add soy sauce and toss well.
Serving
- To serve, place hot steamed rice into bowls. Arrange beef and vegetables neatly on top or side by side.
- Spoon any extra sauce over the bowl for added flavor.
Notes
Don’t skip the garlic! Upgrade your sauce with an extra splash of soy sauce before serving. Be mindful of cooking times to retain flavors.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5g
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