Description

Meal Prep Mongolian Beef Bowls with Broccoli are a protein-packed, make-ahead favorite with bold flavor and nutritious ingredients. Perfect for busy weeks, these bowls combine savory ground beef, crisp broccoli, fluffy jasmine rice, and a sweet-savory sauce in one satisfying meal.

Ingredients

2 pounds lean ground beef (96% lean)

1 large sweet onion, diced

2 teaspoons garlic powder

1 teaspoon ground ginger

1 cup jasmine rice (uncooked)

2 cups broccolini or broccoli florets

For the Mongolian Sauce:

1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce

2 tablespoons hoisin sauce

4 tablespoons brown sugar substitute

1 tablespoon low-sugar honey substitute

1 teaspoon sesame oil

2 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar

2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water

Garnishes (optional):

Sliced sweet red mini peppers

Chopped green onions

Sesame seeds

Red pepper flakes

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Instructions

1. Begin by cooking the jasmine rice according to package instructions, using a rice cooker or stovetop.

2. In a large frying pan over medium-high heat, spray with nonstick cooking spray and sauté diced onions. Add a splash of water as needed, stirring until onions are browned and soft. Remove and set aside.

3. In the same pan, cook the ground beef over medium heat until fully browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Season with garlic powder and ground ginger. Drain excess fat.

4. Transfer the beef to a large mixing bowl and stir in the caramelized onions.

5. In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add broccolini and blanch for 1 minute. Drain immediately.

6. In a small saucepan, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, brown sugar substitute, honey substitute, sesame oil, and rice vinegar. Bring to a light simmer. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until thickened, then reduce to low heat.

7. In each meal prep container, add a portion of rice, the beef and onion mixture, blanched broccolini, and a drizzle of Mongolian sauce.

8. Top with red mini pepper slices, green onions, sesame seeds, and red pepper flakes if desired. Store in airtight containers for up to 4 days.

Notes

To save time, cook the rice and caramelize the onions while blanching the broccoli and browning the beef. Use glass meal prep containers for best reheating results. Customize with cauliflower rice for a low-carb option or swap the protein with ground turkey or tofu.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Meal Prep Recipes
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Asian-inspired