Description

This Meal Prep Ground Beef Teriyaki is a quick and flavorful stir-fry recipe perfect for busy weeknights. Ground beef is cooked with fresh garlic and ginger, then combined with broccoli and carrots in a savory homemade teriyaki sauce. Served over fluffy white rice and optionally garnished with sesame seeds and green onions, this dish is both satisfying and easy to prepare in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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Protein and Vegetables

1 pound ground beef
2 cups broccoli florets
1 cup julienned carrots
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated

Sauce

1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water

Serving

3 cups cooked white rice
1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
2 green onions, chopped (optional)

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Instructions

Sauté Aromatics: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a small amount of oil. Sauté the minced garlic and grated fresh ginger for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Cook Ground Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet. Break it apart with a spoon and cook until browned throughout. Drain excess fat if necessary to keep the dish from being greasy.
Add Vegetables: Stir in the broccoli florets and julienned carrots. Cook for approximately 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften but still retain some crunch.
Prepare Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the low sodium soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, and water until smooth and fully combined.
Simmer with Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce mixture over the beef and vegetables in the skillet. Stir thoroughly to coat everything evenly. Allow the mixture to simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens to a glossy consistency that clings to the ingredients.
Serve: Plate the teriyaki beef and vegetable mixture over cooked white rice. Optionally, garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions for added flavor and texture.
Store Leftovers: Transfer any leftovers to airtight containers and refrigerate. The dish can be stored safely for up to 4 days for convenient meal prepping.

Notes

For a healthier option, use lean ground beef or substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
To make it gluten-free, replace soy sauce with tamari or a gluten-free soy sauce alternative.
For extra flavor, add a splash of toasted sesame oil during the sautéing step.
You can customize the vegetables by adding bell peppers, snap peas, or mushrooms as desired.
Ensure the cornstarch is fully dissolved in water before adding to avoid lumps in the sauce.