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Spicy Ground Beef Stir-Fry Bowl

A quick and delicious stir-fry bowl featuring savory ground beef, garlicky vegetables, and fluffy rice, all cooked in under 25 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1/2 pound ground beef Use lean ground beef for a healthier option.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (for the beef) Adds flavor to the beef.
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (for the beef) Can use low-sodium soy sauce.
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes Adjust to taste based on your heat preference.
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil Enhances flavor profile.
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar You can substitute with honey or maple syrup.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup broccoli florets Fresh or frozen can be used.
  • 1/2 red bell pepper sliced into strips Provides color and sweetness.
  • 1/2 zucchini sliced
  • 1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced Any type of mushrooms will work.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (for the vegetables) Adds another layer of flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil Used for stir-frying the vegetables.
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce (for the vegetables)
For Serving
  • 1 cup steamed white rice Can be replaced with brown rice or quinoa.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash and chop broccoli, bell pepper, zucchini, and mushrooms. Mince both portions of garlic. Measure sauces and spices.
Cooking the Beef
  1. Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Add ground beef. Break it up and cook until evenly browned with no pink bits.
  3. Stir in 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1/2 teaspoon of chili flakes, and 1 teaspoon of brown sugar. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Remove from heat and set aside.
Cooking the Vegetables
  1. In a separate pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the other minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  2. Add mushrooms and cook for 1–2 minutes until they begin to soften.
  3. Add broccoli, zucchini, and red bell pepper. Stir-fry for 4–5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  4. Toss the vegetables with 1 teaspoon of soy sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning.
Assembly
  1. Spoon hot steamed rice into bowls. Arrange the beef and garlic vegetables side by side. Drizzle any extra beef sauce over the rice and enjoy.

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds, sliced green onions, or a drizzle of sriracha mayo before serving. Store leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days.