Spicy Ground Beef Stir-Fry Bowl with Garlic Veggies & Steamy Rice
A quick, healthy, and flavorful dish featuring tender ground beef and crisp vegetables served over steamed rice.
Ingredients
For the Stir-Fry
- 1/2 pound ground beef Use lean ground beef for a healthier option.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce Adjust for taste.
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes Adjust to taste.
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 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 For the vegetables.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 cup steamed white rice Or brown rice for a healthier option.
Instructions
Preparation
- Prepare all vegetables by washing and chopping them. Mince the garlic. Measure out all sauces and seasonings.
Cooking the Beef
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, add sesame oil and minced garlic. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces.
- Stir in soy sauce, chili flakes, and brown sugar. Let it simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat.
Cooking the Vegetables
- In a separate pan, heat olive oil and sauté garlic for 30 seconds.
- Add mushrooms and cook for 2 minutes.
- Add broccoli, zucchini, and red bell pepper. Stir-fry for 4–5 minutes until tender-crisp. Add soy sauce and toss well.
Serving
- Place hot steamed rice into bowls. Arrange beef and vegetables neatly on top or side by side.
- Spoon any extra sauce over the bowl for added flavor.
Notes
Serve this dish immediately while it's hot. You can add chopped green onions or sesame seeds on top for extra flavor and a nice presentation. This bowl is perfect for a family dinner or a meal prep option for the week.