Ground Beef Oriental

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this flavor-packed Ground Beef Oriental recipe, a quick and easy stir-fry bursting with savory-sweet goodness. Perfectly seasoned ground beef is paired with vibrant vegetables like red bell peppers, carrots, and peas, then simmered in a luscious sauce made from soy sauce, hoisin, and a touch of brown sugar for balance. Infused with garlic, ginger, and sesame oil for bold, aromatic notes, this dish is thickened to perfection with a simple cornstarch slurry. Serve it over fluffy white rice or tender noodles for an irresistible meal that’s ready in just 35 minutes. Ideal for busy families or meal-prepping, this crowd-pleaser can be customized with optional garnishes like scallions and sesame seeds for added flavor and texture.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium carrot, julienned
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 stalks scallions, sliced (optional)
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon water
• 4 cups cooked white rice or noodles (for serving)
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet or wok, heat the sesame oil over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, allowing them to cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced red bell pepper and julienned carrot to the skillet. Cook while stirring for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and brown sugar. Pour this sauce mixture into the skillet with the beef and vegetables, stirring to coat evenly.

Step 6

Add the frozen peas to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until they are heated through.

Step 7

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Pour this mixture into the skillet to thicken the sauce slightly. Stir well and let it cook for another 2 minutes.

Step 8

Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Lower the heat to keep the mixture warm while preparing to serve.

Step 9

Serve the Ground Beef Oriental over cooked white rice or noodles, garnishing with sliced scallions and sesame seeds if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1769.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2651.5

Total Fat 103.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.4g
Cholesterol 322.1mg	0%
Sodium 2618.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 316.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.1g	0%
Total Sugars 35.9g
Protein 117.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 348.1mg	0%
Iron 23.3mg	0%
Potassium 2576.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.8%

Protein: 17.7%

Carbs: 47.5%