Stir-fried Ground Beef with Zucchini and Tomatoes Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef (lean)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Vegetables: Dice the zucchini and bell pepper. Halve the cherry tomatoes and thinly slice the red onion. Mince the garlic.
2. Brown the Beef: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
3. Sauté Aromatics: Add the minced garlic and red onion to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes, until softened.
4. Stir-fry Vegetables: Add the diced zucchini and bell pepper to the skillet. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, until slightly tender-crisp. Add the halved tomatoes during the last minute of cooking.
5. Season and Finish: Stir in the soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, and red pepper flakes (if using). Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for another minute to combine flavors.
6. Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot. This dish pairs well with rice or noodles.
Tips and Variations:
- Add other vegetables: Feel free to add other vegetables like mushrooms, broccoli, carrots, or snow peas.
- Adjust the spice level: Add more or less red pepper flakes to adjust the spice level to your preference.
- Use different sauces: Experiment with different sauces like oyster sauce, teriyaki sauce, or hoisin sauce.
- Add protein: Include some cooked shrimp or chicken for extra protein.
Enjoy your delicious and healthy stir-fry!
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