Description
This Ground Beef and Brussels Sprouts recipe is a savory and satisfying one-pan meal that combines lean ground beef with caramelized Brussels sprouts, flavored with garlic, green onions, and a tangy sweet chili and lime sauce. Ideal for a quick and flavorful dinner, it offers a perfect balance of protein and vegetables with a hint of spice and zest.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1/3 cup thinly sliced green onions
- 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sriracha (optional)
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 pound shredded Brussels sprouts
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1/2 of a lime, juiced
- Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Ground Beef and Season: Add the ground beef to a large skillet and crumble it as it cooks over medium heat. Stir in the green onions, garlic powder, salt, pepper, sriracha if using, and soy sauce. Cook until the beef is thoroughly browned and cooked through. Then, remove the beef mixture from the skillet and transfer it to a plate.
- Sauté the Brussels Sprouts: Add the avocado oil to the same skillet. Add the shredded Brussels sprouts and season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Sauté over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the Brussels sprouts are softened and caramelized, about 8-10 minutes.
- Combine Beef and Brussels Sprouts with Sauce: Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet with the Brussels sprouts. Pour in the sweet chili sauce and freshly squeezed lime juice. Stir well to combine, ensuring that all ingredients are evenly coated with the sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle sesame seeds over the top if desired. Serve the dish hot over steamed rice or your preferred side, enjoying the balance of savory, sweet, and tangy flavors.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of sriracha to make the dish more or less spicy.
- For a gluten-free version, use tamari or a gluten-free soy sauce alternative.
- This dish pairs well with steamed jasmine or brown rice to soak up the flavorful sauce.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For added crunch, consider adding chopped peanuts or cashews on top before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
