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This Healthy Ground Beef Stir-Fry is a quick and nutritious meal packed with colorful vegetables and lean ground beef. Ideal for busy evenings, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also full of flavor.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet or wok
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 cutting board
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 2 cups mixed bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup snap peas
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce, low sodium
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch optional, for thickening
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked brown rice or quinoa for serving, optional
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the ground beef and cook for about 5-7 minutes, breaking it up with a wooden spoon until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add the sliced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in the minced ginger, mixed bell peppers, broccoli, and snap peas. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring frequently until the vegetables are tender but crisp.
- Pour in the soy sauce and, if using, sprinkle the cornstarch. Mix well to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Serve hot over cooked brown rice or quinoa, if desired.
- Feel free to swap the vegetables based on your preference or what you have on hand.
- This dish pairs well with a sprinkle of sesame seeds or green onions for an additional flavor boost.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Notes
Feel free to swap the vegetables based on your preference or what you have on hand.
This dish pairs well with a sprinkle of sesame seeds or green onions for an additional flavor boost.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.