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Teriyaki Ground Beef Recipe

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This Teriyaki Ground Beef recipe is a quick and flavorful stir-fry dish featuring tender ground beef cooked with fresh vegetables and a savory-sweet homemade teriyaki sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, it comes together easily with pantry staples and is best served over steamed rice or noodles for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup bell peppers, sliced (any color)
  • 1 cup broccoli florets

Teriyaki Sauce

  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil

Garnish & Serving

  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
  • Cooked rice or noodles (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Vegetables: Dice the small onion, mince the garlic, slice the bell peppers, and separate the broccoli into small florets to have all ingredients ready for cooking.
  2. Cook the Beef: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned and cooked through, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks. Remove excess fat if desired.
  3. Sauté Aromatics and Vegetables: Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent and fragrant. Then add the bell peppers and broccoli florets and saute for another 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  4. Make the Teriyaki Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, and 1/4 cup water until smooth.
  5. Combine and Thicken: Pour the teriyaki sauce mixture into the skillet with the beef and vegetables. Stir well and continue cooking for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the ingredients evenly. Stir in 1 teaspoon sesame oil for added flavor.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, sprinkle the sliced green onions on top for garnish, and serve immediately over cooked rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free option, use tamari or a gluten-free soy sauce.
  • You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner protein.
  • Adjust the sweetness by modifying the amount of brown sugar according to your taste preference.
  • Adding fresh ginger along with garlic will enhance the flavor.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated before serving.

Keywords: teriyaki ground beef, quick dinner, stir fry, Asian beef recipe, easy weeknight meal, beef and vegetables, homemade teriyaki sauce

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