Super Easy Ground Beef and Vegetable Stir-Fry
This super simple stir-fry recipe made with ground beef and fresh vegetables is ready in 20 minutes. It makes the perfect dinner for a busy weeknight.
Servings 4 servings
Ingredients
- 6 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 1/2 tsp cornstarch
- 1 1/2 tsp cold water
- 1 lb lean ground beef (I like 90%)
- 7 oz raw peapods, cut in half
- 3 oz shredded carrot, divided
- Sesame seeds (optional, to taste)
- Cooked rice (optional, for serving)
Instructions
PREP INSTRUCTIONS
- Whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, and black pepper in a small bowl. Set the sauce aside.
- Whisk together the cornstarch and water in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Chop the peapods into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
COOKING INSTRUCTIONS
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, stirring occasionally, until completely browned, 4-5 minutes.
- Add the peapods and stir to combine. Cook 1-2 minutes, until peapods have slightly softened but are still a vibrant green.
- Add half the shredded carrot and stir to combine. Cook 1-2 minutes to slightly soften.
- Add the sauce ingredients to the skillet and stir to combine. Bring mixture to a simmer, then stir the cornstarch slurry into the skillet. Bring mixture to a simmer, stirring regularly, until the ingredients are coated with a thick, glossy sauce.
- Serve immediately over cooked rice (white or brown) and sprinkle with remaining shredded carrots and, if desired, sesame seeds.