Ground Beef Stir Fry

Quick & Simple Meals

This Ground Beef Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful one-pan meal made with tender beef, fresh vegetables, and a sweet-savory sauce. It’s perfect for busy weeknights and can be served over rice or in lettuce wraps for a low-carb option.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings 3

Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients

For the Stir Fry:

1 lb ground beef 80–20
2 zucchini sliced
8 oz mushrooms sliced
1 carrot julienned
Chives or green onions for garnish

For the Sauce:

3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce or GF tamari
3 tbsp BBQ sauce
2 tbsp maple syrup
2 garlic cloves minced
1 tsp grated ginger or ¼ tsp ground
1 tbsp sesame oil

Instructions

Mix all sauce ingredients and set aside.
Brown ground beef in skillet, then transfer to a bowl.
In same pan, sauté zucchini, mushrooms, and carrot for 2–3 mins.
Return beef to skillet. Add sauce and stir-fry for 2–3 more mins.
Season to taste and serve over rice or in lettuce wraps. Garnish with chives.
See full steps with tips & photos → https://mischacrossing.com/ground-beef-stir-fry/

Notes

For extra veggies, add bell peppers, snap peas, or shredded cabbage.
Use ground turkey or plant-based meat for a leaner or vegetarian version.
Try sriracha or chili flakes in the sauce for added heat.
Great for meal prep—store in the fridge for up to 3 days.