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Ground Beef Teriyaki over rice with green onions and sesame seeds.

20-Minute Teriyaki Beef Bowls

Jill Machovsky
These quick and flavorful Teriyaki Beef Bowls are made with ground beef, crisp red bell pepper, and an easy homemade teriyaki sauce. Served over rice, it’s a great weeknight meal that comes together in just 20 minutes!
5 from 3 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4
Calories 653 kcal

Ingredients
  

Teriyaki Sauce

  • ¼ Cup Soy Sauce
  • 2 teaspoons Rice Wine Vinegar
  • 2 Tablespoons Brown Sugar
  • 1 Clove Garlic Minced
  • ½ teaspoon Ginger Paste
  • teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional, Adjust to Taste
  • ¾ teaspoon Cornstarch
  • ¼ cup Water

Beef and Vegetable Mixture

  • 2 teaspoon Sesame Oil
  • pounds Ground Beef
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper Diced
  • ½ cup Carrot Sticks
  • 3 cups Cooked White or Brown Rice
  • 2 Green Onions Thinly Sliced Thinly sliced, optional
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Seeds Optional Garnish
  • Sriracha to drizzle Optional Garnish

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, brown sugar, garlic, ginger paste, red pepper flakes, water and cornstarch. Set aside.
    ¼ Cup Soy Sauce, 2 teaspoons Rice Wine Vinegar, 2 Tablespoons Brown Sugar, 1 Clove Garlic, ½ teaspoon Ginger Paste, 2 teaspoon Sesame Oil, ¾ teaspoon Cornstarch, ¼ cup Water, ⅛ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
  • Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up as it browns, for about 5 to 6 minutes or until fully cooked. Drain any excess grease if needed.
    1½ pounds Ground Beef
  • Stir in the diced red bell pepper and carrot sticks. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, just until the vegetables soften but still have a bit of crunch.
    1 Red Bell Pepper, ½ cup Carrot Sticks
  • Give the teriyaki sauce mixture a quick stir, then pour it into the skillet with the beef and veggies. Stir well and let it simmer for 3 to 5 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats everything evenly.
  • Divide the cooked rice between 4 to 5 bowls. Spoon the teriyaki beef mixture over the rice and garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and a drizzle of Sriracha if you like a little heat.
    3 cups Cooked White or Brown Rice, 2 Green Onions Thinly Sliced, 1 teaspoon Sesame Seeds , Sriracha to drizzle

Notes

  • Add More Veggies: Toss in broccoli, snap peas, or shredded carrots for extra color and nutrients.
  • Customize the Protein: Try ground chicken, turkey, or pork as a swap for beef.

Storage

Refrigerator: Store leftover cooled teriyaki beef in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. When ready to reheat, use a skillet with a splash of water, broth, or sauce to retain moisture, or microwave in 30-second intervals until hot.
Freeze: Portion the beef into meal-sized servings, wrap it tightly to prevent freezer burn, and place it in a freezer-safe bag or container, removing as much air as possible. Label and date the package, and freeze it for up to 3 months. To thaw, move the beef to the refrigerator overnight.

Nutrition

Calories: 653kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 35gFat: 37gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gTrans Fat: 2gCholesterol: 121mgSodium: 1633mgPotassium: 669mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 2782IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 67mgIron: 4mg
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