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Mongolian Ground Beef and Veggie Stir-Fry

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July 09, 2025
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This quick and flavorful stir-fry brings together savory Mongolian-style ground beef and colorful veggies for a weeknight dinner that’s big on flavor and light on stress. It’s a balanced one-pan meal that’s ready in minutes and perfect for families or meal prep.

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Sauce
  •   1/4 cup soy sauce
  •   1/4 cup light brown sugar
  •   2 tbsp hoisin sauce
  •   1/2 tsp red chili crisp in oil (or dried red pepper flakes)
  •   1 tbsp ginger paste
  •   1 tsp black pepper
  •   1 tsp rice vinegarr (optional)
 
Stir Fry
  •   2 tbsp avocado oil
  •   1/2 large red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
  •   1/4 large red onion (sliced)
  •   1 cup broccoli florets (chopped)
  •   1 medium zucchini (sliced into half moons)
  •   1 tsp salt (to taste)
  •   1 tsp pepper (to taste)
  •   1 lb ground beef
  •   5-6 cloves garlic (minced)

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Directions

  1. Heat oil in a large skillet. Add bell pepper, onion, broccoli, and zucchini. Season with salt and pepper. Cook 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  2. Add ground beef to the same pan. Brown, then stir in garlic. Drain grease.
  3. In a bowl, mix sauce ingredients.
  4. Return veggies to the pan with beef. Add sauce and stir to coat. Simmer 2–3 minutes.
  5. Serve over rice or noodles. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

Variations & Add-Ins
  • Make it spicy: Add more chili crisp or a splash of sriracha.
  • Use ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
  • Add mushrooms, snap peas, or carrots for extra veggies.
  • Swap white rice for cauliflower rice for a lower-carb version.
Make-Ahead & Storage Tips
  • Make Ahead: Chop the veggies and mix the sauce in advance to cut down prep time.
  • Store Leftovers: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat: Microwave gently or reheat in a skillet with a splash of water to loosen the sauce.

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