Ingredients and Weight:
- Ground beef: 1 pound (450 grams)
- Onion: 1 medium, chopped (1 cup)
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Green bell pepper: 1 medium, sliced (1 cup)
- Red bell pepper: 1 medium, sliced (1 cup)
- Soy sauce: 1/4 cup (60 milliliters)
- Brown sugar: 1/4 cup (50 grams)
- Mirin (Japanese sweet cooking wine): 1/4 cup (60 milliliters)
- Sesame oil: 1 tablespoon
- Ground black pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt (optional): 1/4 teaspoon
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
15-20 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large skillet or wok, heat the sesame oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking up any clumps with a spatula.
- Add the onion, garlic, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, mirin, black pepper, and salt (if using).
- Pour the sauce mixture over the beef and vegetable mixture. Cook until the sauce has thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1 cup):
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated fat: 5 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 milligrams
- Sodium: 700 milligrams
- Carbohydrates: 25 grams
- Sugar: 20 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Savory and slightly sweet
- Tender ground beef
- Crisp-tender vegetables
- Quick and easy to prepare
User Comments:
- "This stir-fry has a great balance of flavors, and it's so easy to make!"
- "I love the slightly sweet taste of the sauce."
- "This is a perfect dish for a quick and satisfying meal."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have mirin, you can substitute it with Chinese rice wine or dry sherry.
- To reduce the sodium content, use low-sodium soy sauce or reduce the amount used.
- Serve over rice or noodles for a complete meal.
