Description

Looking for a fast, filling, and flavor-packed dinner idea? This Beef Pepper Rice Bowl is your perfect go-to. It’s a savory one-pan wonder featuring juicy ground beef, colorful bell peppers, and fluffy white rice tossed in a mouthwatering garlic-soy sauce blend. Ideal for quick dinners, weekly meal prep, or satisfying cravings without the hassle, it’s loaded with bold umami, peppery heat, and customizable ingredients. Whether you’re after easy dinner ideas, healthy food options, or quick lunch recipes, this easy beef bowl delivers comfort and flavor in every bite.

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef

1 red bell pepper diced

1 yellow bell pepper diced

1 green bell pepper diced

1 small onion finely chopped

2 cloves garlic minced

1 tbsp vegetable oil

3 tbsp soy sauce

1 tbsp oyster sauce

1 tsp brown sugar

1/2 tsp ground black pepper

1/2 tsp sesame oil (optional)

Red pepper flakes (optional)

3 cups cooked white rice

Chopped green onions or sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

1. Cook the rice according to package instructions or reheat day-old rice if already prepared. Set aside.

2. Dice the bell peppers, finely chop the onion, and mince the garlic.

3. Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 5–7 minutes. Drain excess fat.

4. Add chopped onion and garlic to the beef and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.

5. Add diced bell peppers and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.

6. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, black pepper, and sesame oil.

7. Pour sauce into skillet and stir to coat the beef and vegetables. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.

8. Add cooked rice and mix thoroughly until well combined and heated through.

9. Garnish with green onions or sesame seeds if desired, and serve hot.

Notes

Use day-old rice for best texture — it absorbs sauce better and avoids sogginess.

Don’t overcrowd the pan when cooking — it prevents proper browning of beef and veggies.

Taste and adjust the sauce before combining with rice to match your desired flavor balance.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 490
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 880mg
Fat: 21g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 48g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 70mg

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