Description

A bold and flavorful weeknight dinner idea featuring spicy glazed ground beef, garlicky stir-fried vegetables, and fluffy steamed rice. Quick, customizable, and better than takeout.

Ingredients

For the Beef:

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

For the Veggies:

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

For the Base:

1 cup steamed white rice

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Instructions

Wash and chop all vegetables. Mince garlic and measure all seasonings.

Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

Add ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking into small pieces.

Stir in soy sauce, chili flakes, and brown sugar. Simmer for 3–4 minutes. Remove from heat.

In a separate pan, heat olive oil and sauté garlic for 30 seconds.

Add mushrooms; cook for 2 minutes.

Add broccoli, zucchini, and bell pepper. Stir-fry for 4–5 minutes until tender-crisp. Add soy sauce and toss.

To serve, scoop steamed rice into bowls, add beef and veggies on top or side-by-side.

Drizzle with extra sauce if desired.

Notes

Swap ground beef with ground turkey or tofu for a lighter or vegetarian version.

Add a fried egg for extra protein and richness.

Drizzle sriracha or add chili flakes for more heat.

Use brown rice or cauliflower rice for a lower-carb option.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dinner, Main Course
Method: Stir-Fry
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired, Fusion