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Spicy Ground Beef Stir-Fry Bowl with Garlic Veggies & Steamy Rice

Spicy Ground Beef Stir-Fry Bowl with Garlic Veggies & Rice

This Spicy Ground Beef Stir-Fry Bowl with Garlic Veggies & Steamy Rice is quick, nutritious, and customizable.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowl
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Stir-Fry
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or ground turkey/chicken
  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced) ensure it's fresh
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce low-sodium recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Flakes adjust to heat preference
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil or vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar substitute with white sugar or honey
For the Veggies
  • 2 cups Broccoli Florets or snow peas/bok choy
  • 1 large Red Bell Pepper any bell pepper variety
  • 1 medium Zucchini or carrots/snap peas
  • 1 cup Mushrooms omit for lighter stir-fry
For the Rice and Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil or any neutral cooking oil
  • 4 cups Steamed White Rice jasmine, basmati, brown rice or quinoa

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • pan
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by washing and chopping all vegetables: broccoli, red bell pepper, zucchini, and mushrooms; set them aside. Mince several cloves of fresh garlic to enhance the flavor. Measure out soy sauce, chili flakes, and brown sugar for the ground beef.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil over medium heat. Once shimmering, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks. Stir until browned and crumbly, roughly 5-6 minutes. Mix in soy sauce, chili flakes, and brown sugar, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly, then remove from heat.
  3. In another pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until lightly golden. Toss in the mushrooms first, stirring for about 2 minutes until they soften. Next, add the zucchini, red bell pepper, and broccoli. Stir-fry for about 4-5 minutes, or until vegetables are tender-crisp. Splash in a bit of soy sauce, and toss to ensure all veggies are nicely coated.
  4. To serve your delicious Spicy Ground Beef Stir-Fry Bowl, spoon a generous helping of steamed white rice into each serving bowl. Top the rice with the sautéed beef, ensuring the rich flavors blend together. Add a colorful mix of garlic veggies on the side or on top to create a visually appealing dish. Consider drizzling any leftover sauce from the beef for an extra burst of flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use day-old rice for optimal texture, avoid overcooking vegetables for best flavor, and consider prepping ahead.

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