Description
This Crispy Chilli Beef Rice is a flavorful and satisfying dish featuring lean minced beef cooked with crunchy vegetables and a spicy, sweet chilli sauce, all served on a bed of fluffy cooked rice. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, it combines savory, spicy, and slightly sweet notes for a balanced and delicious meal.
Ingredients
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Beef and Vegetables
- 300g 5% fat beef mince
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Sauce
- 20ml dark soy sauce
- 15ml sriracha
- 10g tomato puree
- 20g honey
Carbs and Toppings
- 250g cooked rice
- Optional toppings: sliced spring onion, sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Chop the onion and bell pepper into bite-sized pieces and mince the garlic cloves finely to ensure even cooking and flavor distribution.
- Cook the Beef: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the 5% fat beef mince and cook until browned and crispy, breaking the meat apart with a spatula to create a crumbly texture. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Sauté until the vegetables are softened and slightly caramelized, about 5 minutes.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix together the dark soy sauce, sriracha, tomato puree, and honey until well combined.
- Combine and Simmer: Pour the sauce mixture over the beef and vegetables in the skillet. Stir thoroughly to coat everything evenly. Allow the sauce to simmer gently for 3-4 minutes, thickening slightly and allowing flavors to meld.
- Warm the Rice: If needed, gently reheat the cooked rice in a microwave or in a separate pan with a splash of water, fluffing to ensure separate grains.
- Assemble the Dish: Serve the crispy chilli beef and vegetable mixture over the warm rice. Garnish with optional sliced spring onion and sesame seeds for extra flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use lean beef mince (5% fat) for a healthier choice and less grease during cooking.
- You can adjust the spiciness by reducing or increasing the amount of sriracha.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute dark soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.
- The sauce can be prepared in advance to save cooking time.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; reheat thoroughly before serving.
Keywords: chilli beef, crispy beef, beef mince recipe, spicy beef rice, quick dinner, Asian stir-fry