Description
A high-protein, nutrient-dense meal with seared ground beef, crisp-tender vegetables, and a glossy ginger-garlic glaze served over steamed rice. Ideal for weeknight dinners, this easy, flavorful dish delivers restaurant-quality tasting in 30 minutes.
Ingredients
1 lb lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 cup steamed rice, cooked and fluffed
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 cup broccoli florets
2 cups snap peas
1 small onion, thinly sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
2 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium recommended)
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp sesame oil
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
1 tbsp vegetable oil (for cooking)
Sprinkle of sesame seeds (optional, for serving)
Cilantro or green onions (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat rice according to package instructions and set aside.
In a large wok or skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned and just cooked through. Remove beef from pan and set aside.
Add sliced onion to the same skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
Add garlic and ginger, stir constantly for 30 seconds until aromatic.
Add broccoli and snap peas, stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
Add red bell pepper slices and stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes.
Pour in soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir to combine and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
Return the cooked ground beef to the pan and stir to combine. Cook for another 1-2 minutes to ensure the beef is heated through and coated in the sauce.
Serve immediately over steamed rice. Garnish with sesame seeds, cilantro, or green onions as desired.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, substitute the ground beef with cooked lentils or tofu.
The heat level can be adjusted by increasing or reducing the crushed red pepper flakes.
Leftovers store well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
For extra flavor, toast the rice before cooking with a splash of sesame oil.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Meals
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian-Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 2400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg