Ground Beef Teriyaki Stir Fry
Quick, flavour-packed and better than takeout! This Teriyaki Ground Beef Stir Fry is the kind of weeknight dinner you’ll make once and put on repeat. Juicy beef, crisp veggies, and a glossy homemade teriyaki sauce – ready in 20 minutes and seriously satisfying!
Why you’ll love this
No slicing meat, no marinating, and minimal prep – this is the ultimate shortcut to big stir-fry flavour. Using ground beef keeps it budget-friendly and fast. Add any veggies you’ve got on hand and toss it all in a sweet-savoury homemade teriyaki sauce that clings to every bite.
Ingredients
Stir Fry
- 500g (1 lb) ground beef
- 1 tbsp neutral oil (like canola or vegetable)
- 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (optional garnish)
Homemade Teriyaki Sauce
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey (or brown sugar)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/2 cup water
How to make it
1. Mix the sauce
Whisk together all the teriyaki sauce ingredients in a bowl or jug. Set aside – the cornstarch will thicken it up beautifully once heated.
2. Cook the beef
Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook for 5–6 minutes, breaking it up as it browns. Once cooked through and starting to get golden bits, stir in the garlic and ginger. Cook 1 minute more until fragrant.
3. Add the veggies
Toss in bell pepper, broccoli, and carrot. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until veggies are just tender but still vibrant and crisp.
4. Pour in the sauce
Give the teriyaki sauce a quick stir (cornstarch likes to settle!) and pour it into the pan. Stir everything together and simmer for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats everything beautifully.
5. Serve
Spoon over steamed white rice or noodles. Sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds if using. Done!
What to serve it with
- Rice – Classic! White rice, brown rice, or even cauliflower rice.
- Noodles – Try soba or udon.
- Lettuce cups – For a lighter, low-carb twist.
Leftovers?
Keeps great for meal prep! Store in the fridge up to 4 days or freeze in portions. Reheat in a pan or microwave – add a splash of water if needed to loosen the sauce.
