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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 with Garlic Veggies & Steamy Rice is a quick and flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights. Ground beef is cooked with a spicy soy-based sauce and paired with garlicky sautéed vegetables like broccoli, bell pepper, zucchini, and mushrooms. Served over steaming white rice, it offers a balanced combination of protein, veggies, and carbohydrates with a kick of heat and umami flavors.

Ingredients

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Beef Mixture

  • 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

Other

  • 1 cup steamed white rice

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Wash and chop all vegetables as specified. Mince the garlic cloves and measure out the soy sauce, chili flakes, sesame oil, and brown sugar for easy access during cooking.
  2. Cook Garlic in Sesame Oil: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add sesame oil along with the minced garlic. Cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, but do not let the garlic brown to avoid bitterness.
  3. Brown the Ground Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook thoroughly, breaking it up into small pieces with a spatula or spoon, until no longer pink and nicely browned.
  4. Add Seasonings and Simmer: Stir in soy sauce, chili flakes, and brown sugar into the beef mixture. Allow to simmer for 3–4 minutes so the flavors meld and the sauce thickens slightly. Remove skillet from heat to prevent overcooking.
  5. Sauté Garlic for Veggies: In a separate pan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  6. Cook Mushrooms: Add the sliced mushrooms to the garlic oil and sauté for about 2 minutes until they begin to soften and release moisture.
  7. Stir-Fry Vegetables: Add the broccoli florets, zucchini slices, and red bell pepper strips to the pan with mushrooms. Stir-fry for 4–5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp. Add 1 teaspoon soy sauce and toss well to combine flavors.
  8. Assemble the Bowl: Spoon steaming white rice into serving bowls. Neatly arrange the cooked spicy ground beef and the garlic sautéed vegetables either side-by-side or layered on top of the rice.
  9. Finish with Sauce: Drizzle any remaining sauce from the beef skillet over the bowl for extra flavor and moisture. Serve immediately while hot.

Notes

  • Adjust the amount of chili flakes based on your preferred spice level.
  • For a low-sodium option, use low-sodium soy sauce.
  • Use brown rice for a healthier, fiber-rich alternative to white rice.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • To make this dish gluten-free, use tamari or a gluten-free soy sauce.

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

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