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Ground Beef Stir Fry

Ground Beef Stir Fry

Craving something hearty and delicious? This Ground Beef Stir Fry is filled with fresh vegetables and savory flavors, making it the ultimate easy weeknight dinner. Ready in just minutes, it’s perfect for satisfying your hunger tonight!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound 80/20 ground beef
  • 2 medium zucchini sliced
  • 8 ounces brown mushrooms or baby Bella, sliced
  • 1 carrot julienned
  • chives or green onions optional for garnish
  • 3 Tbsp low-sodium soy sauce I used GF Tamari
  • 3 Tbsp BBQ sauce original, sweet or smoky
  • 2 Tbsp real maple syrup
  • 2 garlic cloves grated or minced
  • 1 tsp ginger grated, or use 1 cube frozen ginger, or 1/4 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 Tbsp sesame oil

Equipment

  • Wooden Spoon
  • Grater
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Chef's Knife
  • Frying Pan

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl or measuring cup, combine the soy sauce, BBQ sauce, maple syrup, garlic, and ginger. Stir well and set aside.
  2. Set a large skillet or wok over medium/high heat and add a tablespoon of oil. Once hot, add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula. Sauté for about five minutes or until it's fully cooked through and lightly browned. Transfer the beef to a separate bowl, keeping any oil in the pan.
  3. In the same skillet, add a bit more oil if necessary. Toss in the sliced zucchini, mushrooms, and carrot. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the zucchini is half done yet crunchy. It’s essential not to overcook them; they should still have some bite.
  4. Return the cooked ground beef to the pan. Pour in the sauce you prepared earlier and stir to combine. Cook for an additional two minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Taste your stir fry and adjust with salt and pepper as needed. Once satisfied, remove from heat.
  6. Serve your stir fry over freshly cooked rice or in crunchy lettuce cups. Garnish with chopped chives or green onions if desired. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Storage: Allow the stir fry to cool before packing into an airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to four days or in the freezer for up to three months. Thaw in the fridge overnight.
  • Reheating: To reheat, place stir fry in a hot frying pan and sauté until warmed through, or use the microwave.