Meal Prep Ground Beef Teriyaki Recipe
This Meal Prep Ground Beef Teriyaki recipe features tender ground beef cooked with fresh broccoli and carrots in a savory homemade teriyaki sauce. Served over white rice and garnished with sesame seeds and green onions, it’s a quick, flavorful, and nutritious dish perfect for easy weeknight dinners or meal prepping for the week ahead.
- Author: Natalie
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup julienned carrots
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 3 cups cooked white rice
Teriyaki Sauce
- 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Garnishes (Optional)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a small amount of oil. Add minced garlic and grated fresh ginger, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant to build the flavor base.
- Cook Ground Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet. Use a spoon to break it apart and cook until it is browned and fully cooked through. Drain any excess fat if necessary to prevent greasiness.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in the broccoli florets and julienned carrots. Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften but still retain some crunch.
- Prepare Teriyaki Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the low sodium soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, and water until the mixture is smooth and the cornstarch is fully dissolved.
- Cook with Sauce: Pour the teriyaki sauce into the skillet with the beef and vegetables. Stir to combine and let it simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and evenly coat the beef and veggies.
- Serve: Spoon the beef teriyaki mixture over cooked white rice. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions if desired for added flavor and presentation.
- Store Leftovers: Transfer any leftovers to airtight containers. Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, making this recipe ideal for meal prep.
Notes
- Use low sodium soy sauce to control the salt content of the dish.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute soy sauce with tamari.
- If you prefer leaner meat, substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken.
- You can customize the vegetables by adding bell peppers or snap peas.
- Make sure to stir the sauce constantly when simmering to prevent lumps and burning.
- Leftover rice can be refrigerated separately and reheated with a splash of water to maintain moisture.
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