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Teriyaki Ground Beef Stir-Fry

Teriyaki Ground Beef Stir-Fry: Your New Favorite Weeknight Delight

This Teriyaki Ground Beef Stir-Fry is a quick, customizable, and healthy meal perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stir-Fry
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Substitute with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
  • 2 cups Bell Peppers Any quick-cooking vegetable can work.
  • 2 cups Broccoli Feel free to use bok choy or green beans.
  • 1 Onion Opt for green onions for a milder taste.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is best but can use powdered.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce Substitute with tamari for gluten-free option.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Honey or maple syrup can work.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar is a good alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch No substitution necessary.
  • 1/4 cup Water Essential for consistency.
For Cooking and Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Any neutral oil like canola will do.
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil Drizzling more will enhance the taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Chopped parsley can bring a fresh twist.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Wok
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep Ingredients: Wash and slice bell peppers, chop broccoli, dice onion, and mince garlic.
  2. Heat Oil: In a skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Sauté Aromatics: Add onion and sauté until translucent, then add garlic and ground beef, cooking until browned.
  4. Add Vegetables: Stir in bell peppers and broccoli, cooking until tender-crisp.
  5. Make Sauce: Whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, cornstarch, and water until smooth.
  6. Combine: Pour sauce over beef and vegetables, cooking until the sauce thickens.
  7. Finish: Drizzle sesame oil over the stir-fry and stir well.
  8. Serve: Spoon stir-fry over rice or noodles, garnish with green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is versatile; customize with any quick-cooking vegetables you have on hand.

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