Description
Sizzling beef and colorful pepper stir-fry bowl brings Asian-inspired flavors to your dinner table with bold, zesty ingredients. Crisp vegetables and tender meat create a quick, satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights when you crave something delicious and nutritious.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound lean ground beef (90/10 or 80/20)
Vegetables:
- 1 cup diced green bell pepper
- 1 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1 cup diced yellow bell pepper
- ½ cup finely diced sweet yellow onion
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger root
Sauces and Seasonings:
- ⅓ cup low sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup hoisin sauce
- 1–2 teaspoons sriracha sauce
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt (optional)
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (optional)
Base:
- 17.3 ounces (1 pouch) Jasmine rice
Garnish:
- toasted sesame seeds
- thinly sliced green onions
Instructions
- Position a deep-sided skillet over medium-high heat and warm the extra virgin olive oil until it shimmers with subtle heat.
- Tumble diced onions and colorful bell peppers into the hot pan, stirring vigorously to ensure even cooking and preventing scorching for 5-6 minutes until vegetables soften and edges caramelize.
- Introduce minced garlic and freshly grated ginger, quickly moving them around the pan to release their aromatic essence without burning, creating a fragrant base for approximately 45-60 seconds.
- Crumble ground beef into the skillet, breaking it into small, uniform pieces with a wooden spatula. Allow the meat to brown thoroughly, stirring occasionally to ensure even caramelization and cooking for 6-7 minutes until no pink remains.
- Reduce heat to medium and cascade soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and sriracha over the beef mixture, stirring continuously to coat every morsel and create a glossy, thick sauce that clings to the ingredients.
- While sauce develops, prepare jasmine rice according to package guidelines, ensuring fluffy and separate grains.
- Transfer steaming rice into serving bowls, creating a welcoming base for the spiced beef and pepper mixture.
- Crown the dish with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds and delicate green onion ribbons, adding visual appeal and fresh, crisp flavor notes.
Notes
- Choose a deep-sided skillet to ensure even cooking and prevent overcrowding of ingredients.
- Use fresh bell peppers in multiple colors for a vibrant and nutritious meal that adds visual appeal.
- Drain excess beef fat to keep the dish lighter and prevent a greasy texture.
- Break ground beef into small, uniform pieces for consistent cooking and better sauce absorption.
- Toast sesame seeds briefly to enhance their nutty flavor and provide a delightful crunchy texture.
- Quick cooking time makes this recipe perfect for busy weeknight dinners with minimal preparation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg