Ground Beef Teriyaki
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 3 medium carrots
peeled and diced
- ½ large red bell pepper
diced
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 large zucchini
diced
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ⅓ cup water
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons white sugar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Directions
- 1
Combine ground beef, carrots, and bell pepper in a large skillet over medium to medium-high heat; saute for 4 minutes. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Add zucchini and continue to cook until ground beef is fully cooked through and vegetables are crisp-tender (to your preferred "doneness"), about 5 more minutes.
- 2
Meanwhile, combine soy sauce, 1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons water, sugar, brown sugar, vinegar, cornstarch, onion powder, ginger, and garlic powder in a small bowl for the sauce. Whisk until well blended.
- 3
When the meat and veggies are cooked, whisk sauce once more and pour into the skillet. Use a spatula to mix and get everything off the sides and bottom.
- 4
Turn the heat up until sauce begins to bubble, stirring occasionally until mixture becomes thickened and glossy. Turn heat off. Taste and adjust seasonings.
Ground Beef Teriyaki
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About this Recipe
Craving a flavorful, fuss-free dinner that hits all the right notes? This Ground Beef Teriyaki recipe brings that beloved savory-sweet taste to your table with minimal effort, perfect for any weeknight family meal.
What makes this recipe truly special is the homemade teriyaki sauce. Blending soy sauce, both white and brown sugars, rice vinegar, and aromatic spices like onion powder, ground ginger, and garlic powder, it creates a deeply satisfying flavor that coats every bite. Paired with lean ground beef and a colorful array of fresh vegetables, it’s a complete and hearty dish.
You can look forward to tender, savory ground beef coated in a glossy, rich teriyaki sauce. The carrots, red bell pepper, and zucchini cook down to a perfect crisp-tender bite, adding freshness and texture to every forkful. This dish expertly balances sweet and umami flavors, creating a vibrant meal that the whole family will enjoy, making it a go-to for busy evenings.
Customization & Variations
Feel free to adjust the vegetables to your liking; broccoli florets, snap peas, or mushrooms would be excellent additions. For a slightly different flavor profile, you could experiment with a touch less sugar or a dash of sriracha for a subtle kick. If you're out of brown sugar, increasing the white sugar slightly will work, though it will alter the depth of flavor of the sauce.
This Ground Beef Teriyaki is an ideal candidate for a quick and satisfying dinner. Serve it simply over steamed white rice, or alongside some additional stir-fried greens for an extra boost of freshness.