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Spicy Ground Beef Stir-Fry Bowl

Spicy Ground Beef Stir-Fry Bowl: A Flavorful Weeknight Winner

This Spicy Ground Beef Stir-Fry Bowl is a quick and flavorful meal ready in just 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Protein
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Substitute with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Low-sodium soy sauce is a great alternative.
  • 2 tbsp Brown Sugar Use honey or coconut sugar for a different twist.
  • 1 tbsp Chili Flakes Adjust to taste or replace with fresh chili.
  • 1 tsp Sesame Oil Olive or vegetable oil can be used if needed.
For the Veggies
  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced) Use chopped garlic if fresh isn’t available.
  • 1 cup Broccoli Florets Substitute with seasonal veggies like snow peas.
  • 1/2 cup Red Bell Pepper (sliced) Yellow or orange bell peppers work well, too.
  • 1/2 cup Zucchini (thinly sliced) Swap with carrots for a different flavor profile.
  • 1/2 cup Mushrooms (sliced) Eggplant can be used for a vegetarian option.
For Serving
  • 1 cup Steamed White Rice Swap for brown rice or cauliflower rice for added nutrition.
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil Any cooking oil you prefer will do just fine.

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet
  • separate pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by washing and chopping all your vegetables. Slice the red bell pepper, zucchini, and mushrooms, and cut the broccoli into manageable florets. Mince 4 cloves of garlic.
  2. In a non-stick skillet, heat 1 teaspoon of sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in the soy sauce, chili flakes, and brown sugar; let simmer for 3-4 minutes until thickened.
  3. In a separate pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add a minced garlic clove and sauté for 30 seconds. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until golden, approximately 3 minutes. Then add broccoli, zucchini, red bell pepper and sauté until tender-crisp, about 4-5 minutes.
  4. Prepare serving bowls with white rice as the base. Spoon the beef mixture over, add sautéed veggies, and drizzle remaining sauce from the beef pan over the top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store the beef and veggies in airtight containers for up to 4 days. Steamed white rice can be kept in the fridge for up to 5 days.

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