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Ground Beef and Brussels Sprouts

Ground Beef and Brussels Sprouts: Quick Sweet Chili Delight

A quick and easy dish featuring ground beef and Brussels sprouts with a delicious sweet chili flavor that is perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Quick Meals
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 pound Lean Ground Beef You can substitute with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Substitute with fresh garlic for a more intense flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Chopped.
For the Sauce
  • 1 quarter cup Low Sodium Soy Sauce Choose gluten-free tamari if needed.
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Adjust based on your heat tolerance.
  • 1 quarter cup Sweet Chili Sauce Choose your favorite brand.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Fresh.
For the Vegetables
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil Can substitute with olive oil.
  • 4 cups Shredded Brussels Sprouts Halved if preferred.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds Optional, can be toasted.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat, crumbling it as it cooks with green onions, garlic powder, salt, pepper, soy sauce, and sriracha for 7-10 minutes.
  2. In the same skillet, add avocado oil and heat over medium-high. Sauté shredded Brussels sprouts until tender and caramelized for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Combine the cooked beef mixture back into the skillet with the Brussels sprouts, adding sweet chili sauce and lime juice. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  4. Serve warm, garnished with sesame seeds. Enjoy over rice or quinoa, or on its own for a low-carb option.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Prep ahead by chopping green onions and shredding Brussels sprouts earlier. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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