Description
Spicy Ground Beef Stir-Fry is a quick, flavorful, and vibrant dish combining lean ground beef with colorful vegetables and a bold blend of spices. Ready in under 30 minutes, it offers a balanced taste of spicy, savory, and slightly sweet notes, perfect for an easy weeknight meal that is both nutritious and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Protein
- 1 pound lean ground beef
Vegetables
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut
- 1 cup carrots, sliced
Spices and Sauces
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (natural)
- 2 tablespoons vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent (optional)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil (natural), for finishing
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Wash and slice all vegetables into bite-sized pieces. Mince the garlic and grate the ginger to ensure fresh aromatic flavors that will infuse the dish beautifully.
- Cook the Ground Beef: Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the lean ground beef and brown it thoroughly, breaking it up into small pieces until it starts to crisp for the perfect texture.
- Sauté Aromatics and Veggies: Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the beef, stirring until fragrant. Then add the onion, bell peppers, green beans, and carrots. Cook until the vegetables are crisp-tender but still vibrant in color.
- Combine Sauces and Spice: Pour in the soy sauce (natural), vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), chili flakes, and apple cider vinegar. Stir constantly, allowing the ingredients to blend and form a flavorful glaze over the beef and vegetables. If desired, add the natural gelling agent to thicken the sauce slightly.
- Finish and Serve: Turn off the heat and drizzle sesame oil (natural) over the stir-fry. Mix well and serve immediately for maximum flavor and satisfaction.
Notes
- Use high heat to caramelize the beef for richer flavor.
- Do not crowd the pan to allow proper browning and to avoid steaming the ingredients.
- Prep all vegetables and measure sauces before starting to streamline cooking.
- Adjust chili flakes gradually to control the heat level.
- Adding a natural gelling agent is optional to thicken the sauce and improve mouthfeel.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
- Reheat gently in a skillet with a splash of water or broth to restore moisture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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