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Easy Beefy Bowl of Deliciousness (Quick Weeknight Comfort Dinner)
Amanda Peterson

Easy Beefy Bowl of Deliciousness (Quick Weeknight Comfort Dinner)

A high-protein, low-carb beef bowl with savory umami, subtle sweetness, and textural contrast. This 15-minute meal is customizable for keto or paleo diets using halal-friendly, alcohol-free substitutions.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Pan-Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 3 tbsp reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh grated ginger
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
  • 1 cup cooked rice or cauliflower rice (optional)
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

Method
 

  1. Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned and no longer pink, breaking into small pieces.
  2. Drizzle in sesame oil and stir to coat. Add garlic and ginger; cook 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and black pepper. Simmer until sauce thickens, 3-4 minutes.
  4. Fold in green onions and serve over rice or cauliflower rice. Top with toasted sesame seeds.

Notes

For keto/paleo: Replace brown sugar with 2 tbsp monk fruit sweetener. Use coconut aminos instead of soy sauce.
Store leftovers in airtight containers for 3-4 days. Freeze cooked beef mixture for up to 2 months.
Add steamed broccoli or bok choy for more texture.