Description
This High-Protein Ground Beef Stir-Fry is a quick, nutritious meal packed with lean protein, fresh vegetables, and bold flavors. Perfect for meal prep, this dish is low in carbs, full of essential nutrients, and can be customized to your liking. Enjoy it on its own or serve it over brown rice or quinoa for a complete meal!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Stir-Fry:
- 1 lb lean ground beef (90/10 or 93/7)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- ½ cup snap peas
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
For the Sauce:
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce (or coconut aminos for a gluten-free option)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon sriracha (optional, for heat)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (to thicken)
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey (if using), sesame oil, sriracha, and cornstarch. Set aside.
- Cook the Ground Beef:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the ground beef, season with salt and black pepper, and cook until browned (about 5-6 minutes), breaking it up as it cooks.
- Once fully cooked, remove beef from the pan and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables:
- In the same pan, add a bit more oil if needed and sauté garlic and ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add bell pepper, broccoli, snap peas, and shredded carrots. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
- Combine & Simmer:
- Return the cooked beef to the pan and pour in the sauce. Stir everything together.
- Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and veggies.
- Serve & Garnish:
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
- Serve hot as is, or pair with brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice for a complete meal.
Notes
- Low-Carb Option: Serve over cauliflower rice.
- Extra Protein Boost: Add tofu or scrambled eggs.
- Spice it Up: Increase sriracha or add red pepper flakes.
- Storage Tip: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: lunch
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: Calories: ~320 kcal
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g