Beef and Pepper Rice Bowl: Best 20 Minute Meal
I am so excited to tell you about my favorite Beef and Pepper Rice Bowl. Seriously, finding a quick and healthy meal on a busy night is usually a total nightmare, but this one is a lifesaver. I still remember the first time I whipped this up in my kitchen. The smell of that beef searing and the fresh ginger was just incredible. It turned into a total family favorite right away. You are going to love how easy it is to throw together without losing any of that amazing flavor.
Ingredients for Your Beef and Pepper Rice Bowl
To get this dish just right, you need fresh stuff that brings the crunch and the taste. We are going to use beef broth instead of wine to keep the sauce really rich and savory. Here is what you need to grab from the store.
- 1 pound of flank steak or sirloin, sliced thin against the grain
- 2 large bell peppers, I like using red and green for the color, sliced into strips
- 1 medium yellow onion, sliced up
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced small
- 1 tablespoon of fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup of soy sauce
- 1/2 cup of beef broth
- 1 tablespoon of honey or brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
- 3 cups of cooked white or brown rice
- Sliced green onions and sesame seeds to sprinkle on top
How to Make a Beef and Pepper Rice Bowl
You have to follow these steps to make sure your beef stays nice and tender while your peppers stay crunchy. This whole thing moves really fast once you start, so make sure you have everything chopped and ready to go right by the stove.
Preparation Time and Cooking Tips
It takes about 15 minutes to get everything ready and only 10 minutes to cook. One big mistake people make is overcooking the beef, which turns it into rubber. To keep it soft, sear that beef on high heat for just a minute or two until it is brown, then get it out of the pan while you do the veggies.
- Get a large skillet or wok really hot with one tablespoon of oil.
- Put the beef strips in a single layer. Sear them until they look brown, then move them to a plate for a minute.
- Add the rest of your oil to the pan. Throw in those bell peppers and onions. Stir them around for about 3 or 4 minutes until they are soft but still have a bite.
- Stir in the garlic and ginger. Let them cook for about 30 seconds until you can really smell them.
- Pour in your beef broth, soy sauce, and honey. Let that liquid bubble for about 2 minutes so it gets a little thicker.
- Put the beef back into the skillet. Toss everything together so the sauce coats every single piece of beef and vegetable.
- Serve it up right away over big bowls of warm rice.
Customizing Your Beef and Pepper Rice Bowl
You can totally change this up to fit whatever you like. If you want some heat, throw in a teaspoon of red pepper flakes into the sauce. If you want more crunch, you can toss in some water chestnuts or snap peas. If you are trying to cut back on carbs, this tastes great over cauliflower rice too. The sauce is so good that it works with basically any vegetable you have sitting in your fridge.
Frequently Asked Questions about Beef and Pepper Rice Bowl
What is the best cut of beef to use?
Flank steak or sirloin are the best choices for this. They are lean and they cook up so fast when you slice them thin.
Can I store and reheat this dish?
You definitely can. This makes a great lunch for the next day. Just keep it in a container in the fridge for up to three days. When you reheat it, add a little splash of broth so it does not get dry.
How do I make the beef extra tender?
The big secret is slicing the beef against the grain. That breaks up the tough parts so every bite is easy to chew.
Nutritional Value of the Beef and Pepper Rice Bowl
This meal is a great balance of protein and veggies. Here is the breakdown for one serving if you divide the recipe into four portions.
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Protein: 28g
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 6g
Beef and Pepper Rice Bowl: Best 20 Minute Meal
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Low Lactose
Description
This meal combines ground beef and sliced peppers over rice. You can prepare this dish in twenty-five minutes. It provides a simple dinner for your busy night.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 large bell peppers sliced
- 1 medium onion diced
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the ground beef and cook until brown.
- Drain the fat from the pan.
- Add the peppers and onion.
- Cook for five minutes until the vegetables are soft.
- Stir in the soy sauce and garlic.
- Cook for two minutes.
- Serve the mixture over your rice.
Notes
- Use ground turkey for a leaner meal.
- Add chili flakes for heat.
- Store your leftovers in the fridge for three days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Calories: 420
Keywords: beef and pepper rice bowl, ground beef, quick dinner, rice bowl, stir fry
