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Spicy Ground Beef Veggie Bowl with colorful vegetables and garnishes

Spicy Ground Beef Veggie Bowl

A fast and balanced meal that layers savory, spicy beef with crisp-tender vegetables over steaming rice, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1/2 pound ground beef (80/20) Use 80/20 for better flavor and glossy sauce.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (for the beef)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (for the beef) Use low-sodium soy for less salt.
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
For the 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 (for the veggies)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce (for the veggies)
For Serving
  • 1 cup steamed white rice, hot

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash and chop the vegetables, mince both portions of garlic, and measure sauces and spices. Keep the rice warm.
Cooking the Beef
  1. Heat a skillet over medium-high and add the sesame oil.
  2. Add the 2 cloves of minced garlic for the beef and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add the ground beef and break it into small pieces with a spatula. Cook until well browned, about 5 to 7 minutes. If there’s excess fat, carefully drain it.
  4. Stir in 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes, and 1 teaspoon brown sugar. Reduce heat slightly and simmer for 3 to 4 minutes so the flavors concentrate and a glossy sauce forms.
Cooking the Vegetables
  1. Meanwhile, heat a second pan over medium-high and add 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  2. Sauté the second batch of minced garlic for 30 seconds.
  3. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 2 minutes.
  4. Add broccoli, zucchini, and red bell pepper and stir-fry for 4 to 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp. Finish with 1 teaspoon soy sauce and toss to coat.
Assembly
  1. To assemble, spoon steaming rice into bowls.
  2. Arrange the beef on one side and the veggies on the other.
  3. Spoon extra beef sauce over the top and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 72gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container and consume within 3 to 4 days. Reheat in microwave or skillet. For vegetarian option, use crumbled tofu or tempeh.

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