Easy Teriyaki Ground Beef Recipe
Savory ground beef simmered in a sweet-teriyaki glaze with garlic and ginger. Ready in minutes and perfect over rice.
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Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef 85–90% lean
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 0.33 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 0.33 cup water
- 2.5 tbsp packed brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 0.5 cup sliced green onions
- 0.25 tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds for garnish
- 4 cup cooked white rice for serving
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Whisk soy sauce, water, brown sugar, and rice vinegar in a bowl until the sugar dissolves.
- Stir in garlic, ginger, and cornstarch until smooth, then mix in the sesame oil.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up, until browned, 5–6 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Pour in the teriyaki mixture and simmer, stirring, until thick and glossy, 2–3 minutes.
- Stir in green onions and red pepper flakes. Cook 1 minute, then remove from heat and garnish with sesame seeds.
- Serve the beef over warm rice.
Notes
Variation: Add steamed broccoli or snap peas during the last 2 minutes. Swap ground turkey for a lighter take, or use tamari to make it gluten-free. Storage: Refrigerate up to 4 days; reheat with a splash of water to loosen the sauce.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy Teriyaki Ground Beef Recipe flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.