Description
Craving a flavorful dinner that’s quick to whip up and perfect for meal prep? This Spicy Ground Beef Stir-Fry Bowl with Garlic Veggies & Steamy Rice brings bold flavor, fresh veggies, and satisfying protein together in just 30 minutes. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or a healthy meal prep lunch. With fragrant jasmine rice, savory garlic-kissed vegetables, and spicy ground beef, this easy recipe is one of those go-to dinner ideas that never disappoints. Whether you’re looking for a high-protein dish, a quick weeknight stir-fry, or spicy food ideas, this one ticks all the boxes.
Ingredients
1 pound ground beef
1 cup jasmine rice
1 cup broccoli florets
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 zucchini, sliced
1 cup mushrooms, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon chili flakes or 1 tablespoon hot sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
2 tablespoons olive oil or neutral cooking oil
Instructions
1. Rinse and cook the jasmine rice according to the package instructions. Set aside and keep warm.
2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of oil and the ground beef. Cook until browned and cooked through, breaking it up as it cooks.
3. Drain excess fat if needed, then add soy sauce, chili flakes (or hot sauce), and stir. Let it cook for another 2–3 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
4. In the same pan, add remaining oil. Start by browning mushrooms for 2 minutes. Add garlic, then toss in the broccoli, zucchini, and red bell pepper. Stir-fry for 5–7 minutes until veggies are tender but still crisp.
5. Build your bowl with a scoop of rice, then top with spicy ground beef and sautéed garlic veggies. Drizzle sesame oil on top if using.
6. Adjust seasoning with extra soy sauce or chili to taste. Serve warm.
7. Store leftovers in airtight containers. Keeps well for up to 4 days in the fridge.
Notes
Prep all your ingredients before turning on the heat—this recipe cooks quickly!
If you want extra crunch, finish the veggies with a splash of rice vinegar or lime juice.
Use a hot skillet to avoid soggy veggies and get that perfect stir-fry texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1½ cups
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: quick dinner, spicy beef bowl, stir-fry recipe, easy weeknight meal, healthy rice bowl