Description
This Meal Prep Ground Beef Teriyaki is a quick and flavorful dish combining savory ground beef with a homemade teriyaki sauce, fresh vegetables, and a touch of sesame. Perfect for weeknight dinners or preparing meals ahead, it offers a balance of protein, veggies, and a deliciously glossy sauce served over rice.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
Teriyaki Sauce
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
Thickening Mixture
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Garnish and Serving
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Cooked rice, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Teriyaki Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, rice vinegar, and sesame oil until the sugar dissolves completely. Set this sauce mixture aside for later use.
- Mix Cornstarch Slurry: In another small bowl, combine cornstarch and water, stirring until the mixture is smooth with no lumps. Set this thickening mixture aside.
- Brown the Ground Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook for about 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the meat is fully browned. Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
- Cook the Onions and Bell Pepper: Add the diced onion and red bell pepper to the skillet with the browned beef. Cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften and become fragrant.
- Add Broccoli: Stir in the broccoli florets and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes until they turn a bright green and are slightly tender but still crisp.
- Add Teriyaki Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce mixture over the beef and vegetables, stirring thoroughly to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Thicken the Sauce: Gradually add the cornstarch slurry to the skillet, stirring continuously to prevent lumps. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce thickens to a glossy, coating consistency.
- Add Garnishes: Sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped green onions evenly over the dish for added flavor and presentation.
- Serve: Serve the teriyaki beef mixture immediately over cooked rice. Alternatively, portion it into meal prep containers for convenient lunches throughout the week.
Notes
- To reduce sodium, use low-sodium soy sauce.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute soy sauce with tamari.
- You can swap ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Adjust the brown sugar quantity to your preferred sweetness level.
- Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 4 days.
