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Beef and Pepper Rice Bowl

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This Beef and Pepper Rice Bowl combines sweet and savory flavors with colorful bell peppers, making it a hearty and satisfying meal perfect for busy nights.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ cup finely diced sweet yellow onion
  • 1 cup diced green bell pepper
  • 1 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1 cup diced yellow bell pepper
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger root
  • 1 pound lean ground beef (90/10 or 80/20)
  • ⅓ cup low sodium soy sauce
  • ¼ cup hoisin sauce
  • 12 teaspoons sriracha sauce (adjust based on spice preference)
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper (optional)
  • 17.3 ounces (1 pouch) Jasmine rice (or substitute with any boil-in-bag rice or leftover takeout rice)
  • Toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • Thinly sliced green onions (for garnish)

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a deep-sided skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add onion and bell peppers; stir for 5-7 minutes until softened.
  • Stir in garlic and ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Add ground beef, breaking it apart while cooking until browned.
  • Drain excess fat, then mix in soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and sriracha; cook for 5 minutes until thickened.
  • Prepare rice as per package instructions.
  • Serve beef and pepper mixture over rice, garnishing with sesame seeds and green onions.

Notes

High-quality ground beef enhances flavor.
Try adding other vegetables like carrots or mushrooms for variety.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

  • Author: jesseca
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 550
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg