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

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This Spicy Ground Beef Stir-Fry Bowl features tender ground beef cooked in a savory and slightly spicy sauce, paired with garlic-infused sautéed vegetables and served over steaming white rice. A quick and flavorful meal perfect for a weeknight dinner, combining bold flavors and nutritious veggies in a satisfying bowl.

Ingredients

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Beef and Sauce

  • 1/2 pound ground beef
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar

Garlic Vegetables

  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
  • 1/2 zucchini, sliced
  • 1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce

Carbs

  • 1 cup steamed white rice

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Wash and chop all the vegetables including broccoli florets, red bell pepper, zucchini, and mushrooms. Mince the garlic cloves. Measure out soy sauce, chili flakes, brown sugar, sesame oil, and olive oil for easy cooking.
  2. Cook Aromatics for Beef: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the sesame oil along with 2 cloves of minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until the garlic becomes fragrant to infuse the oil.
  3. Cook Ground Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until fully browned, breaking it into small crumbles with a spatula to ensure even cooking.
  4. Make Spicy Sauce: Stir in 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes, and 1 teaspoon brown sugar into the beef. Allow it to simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly, then remove the pan from heat.
  5. Sauté Garlic for Vegetables: In a separate pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the remaining 2 cloves of minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Cook Mushrooms: Add the sliced mushrooms to the garlic and olive oil, sauté for 2 minutes until they start to soften.
  7. Cook Remaining Vegetables: Add broccoli, zucchini, and red bell pepper to the pan. Stir-fry for 4 to 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp. Add 1 teaspoon soy sauce and toss everything well to combine flavors.
  8. Assemble the Bowl: Place 1 cup of steamed white rice into serving bowls. Neatly arrange the spicy ground beef and garlic sautéed vegetables on top or side by side.
  9. Finish and Serve: Spoon any extra sauce from the beef over the bowl to add additional flavor and serve immediately while hot.

Notes

  • Adjust chili flakes according to your heat preference.
  • Use brown or white rice as preferred; quinoa or cauliflower rice can be great low-carb alternatives.
  • Ensure not to overcook vegetables so they remain crisp and vibrant.
  • Sesame oil adds a nutty flavor but can be substituted with any vegetable oil if needed.
  • Ground turkey or chicken can be used instead of beef for a leaner option.

Keywords: spicy ground beef stir-fry, garlic vegetables, rice bowl, quick dinner, weeknight recipe, Asian stir-fry

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