Ground Beef and Vegetable Stir-Fry

Written By Liz Houston

I realize there are 2 stir-fry recipes from this first week. I’m kind of okay with repetitive food choices since I just cook for myself, though. The recipes are different enough, and I never get sick of meat and veggies cooked quickly in a pan!

No surprise that I had to modify the recipe a smidge. I only bought one zucchini this week and already used it, so I’m just going to use the 3 carrots I had on hand instead of 2 carrots + 2 zucchinis. I also didn’t really find a need for the vegetable oil in the recipe (or the avocado oil in my ingredient pic that I’d planned to use instead.) And then I decided to bulk the whole thing up with a bag of cauliflower rice before serving.

Ground beef and mixed vegetable stir fry sizzling in a fry pan

This recipe turned out really nice. Loved the sauce, and I’m glad I now have hoisin sauce in my cupboard for stir-fry sauces. You can add green onions and sesame seeds after cooking if you’re feeling a little fancy. I had green onions in the fridge, so I sprinkled some on top. 

This one should reheat well over the next several days as well. This Ground Beef and Vegetable Stir-Fry recipe is a keeper!

Ground Beef and Vegetable Stir-Fry

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This Ground Beef and Vegetable Stir-fry recipe is a quick, easy, and nutritious option for a midweek dinner. Enjoy a fusion of savory Asian flavors with healthy, fiber-rich vegetables and lean ground beef. This heart-healthy meal comes together in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for those busy evenings. Plus, it's a fantastic way to add a healthy dose of vegetables to your diet in a delicious and satisfying way.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 people
Calories 400 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Large skillet or wok
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Chef's knife
  • 1 Wooden spoon
  • 1 Small mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 16 oz. lean ground beef
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 small carrots sliced
  • 1 medium bell pepper chopped
  • 2 Tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 Tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp ginger minced
  • 1 Tbsp vegetable oil
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Set aside.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks, about 5-6 minutes.
  • Once the beef is browned, add the onions, carrots, zucchini, and bell peppers to the skillet. Cook for another 4-5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
  • Stir in the sauce mixture and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, ensuring that the beef and vegetables are well coated and heated through.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.
Keyword Asian beef stir-fry, ground beef stir-fry, healthy stir-fry, quick and easy dinner, vegetable stir-fry

Ground Beef and Vegetable Stir-Fry

ChatGPT-4
This Ground Beef and Vegetable Stir-fry recipe is a quick, easy, and nutritious option for a midweek dinner. Enjoy a fusion of savory Asian flavors with healthy, fiber-rich vegetables and lean ground beef. This heart-healthy meal comes together in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for those busy evenings. Plus, it's a fantastic way to add a healthy dose of vegetables to your diet in a delicious and satisfying way.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 people
Calories 400 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Large skillet or wok
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Chef's knife
  • 1 Wooden spoon
  • 1 Small mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 16 oz. lean ground beef
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 small carrots sliced
  • 1 medium bell pepper chopped
  • 2 Tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 Tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp ginger minced
  • 1 Tbsp vegetable oil
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Set aside.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks, about 5-6 minutes.
  • Once the beef is browned, add the onions, carrots, zucchini, and bell peppers to the skillet. Cook for another 4-5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
  • Stir in the sauce mixture and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, ensuring that the beef and vegetables are well coated and heated through.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.
Keyword Asian beef stir-fry, ground beef stir-fry, healthy stir-fry, quick and easy dinner, vegetable stir-fry