Asian Ground Beef and Pepper Saute

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1/2 cup diced onion
• 1/2 cup diced bell pepper (any color)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Directions

1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
2. Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook and stir until the vegetables are softened, about 2 minutes.
3. In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, ginger, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Pour over the beef and vegetables and cook, stirring, until heated through, about 2 minutes.
4. Serve hot.

Interesting Facts

• The ground beef used in this recipe can be substituted with ground turkey, pork, or chicken.
• This dish is a great way to use up any leftover vegetables in the refrigerator.
• This dish is great served over white or brown rice, noodles, or quinoa.