This Ground Beef & Rice Bowl is the kind of dinner you make when you need something fast but still packed with flavor. Savory beef, crisp-tender broccoli, and a rich, slightly sweet sauce come together in one skillet and land right on top of fluffy rice.
It’s ready in about 25 minutes, uses simple pantry ingredients, and makes enough for 2 to 4 people without a pile of leftovers. It’s also easy to tweak depending on what you have in the fridge, which makes it perfect for busy weeknights.
Helpful Tips
- Prep before you start cooking. This recipe moves quickly once the beef hits the pan, so have your sauce mixed and your broccoli chopped ahead of time.
- Don’t overcook the broccoli. A quick simmer keeps it bright green and slightly crisp. If you like it softer, add a tablespoon of water and cover the pan for a minute.
- Use freshly grated ginger and garlic. It makes a noticeable difference in flavor and gives the dish that fresh, bold finish.
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Ground Beef & Rice Bowl
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cups broccoli chopped in small florets
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
- 2 green onions sliced
- 3 cups cooked rice
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes (optional). Set aside.
- In a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef, crumbling as it cooks. Drain any excess grease from the pan. Reduce heat to medium.
- Add the broccoli, garlic and ginger and cook for just 1, to let the aromas bloom.
- Pour the sauce into the skillet and stir well. Simmer for 2–3 minutes, until the broccoli softens.
- Serve over cooked rice with green onions and sesame seeds as garnish.
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Angela’s passion for discovering and experimenting with new flavors and recipes is at the heart of her culinary philosophy. Residing in a quaint Oregon town, she finds joy and inspiration in her kitchen. Angela has a lot of expertise in cooking and she eagerly shares her discoveries and unique creations with you.