Description
Savor Mediterranean Ground Beef Stir Fry, a culinary journey blending robust spices with tender beef and colorful vegetables. Zesty herbs and quick cooking techniques deliver a delightful meal that brings Mediterranean flavors directly to your plate, satisfying you with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (lb) / 454 grams ground beef
Vegetables:
- 1 small red onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
Herbs, Spices, and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Garnish and Finishing Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare a large skillet and heat it to medium-high temperature. Brown the ground beef thoroughly, breaking it into crumbly pieces until no pink remains, approximately 7-8 minutes.
- Drain excess fat from the beef and transfer to a separate plate, keeping the skillet ready for subsequent cooking.
- Reduce skillet heat to medium and drizzle olive oil. Sauté red onion until translucent and softened, roughly 2-3 minutes.
- Introduce minced garlic and quickly swirl around the pan for 30 seconds, releasing aromatic flavors without burning.
- Incorporate zucchini and red bell pepper into the skillet, allowing vegetables to become slightly tender over 4-5 minutes.
- Reintroduce the cooked ground beef to the vegetable mixture, creating a harmonious blend of ingredients.
- Sprinkle dried oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper across the mixture. Thoroughly integrate spices and let the flavors meld for 2-3 minutes.
- Remove skillet from heat and brighten the dish with fresh lemon juice, providing a zesty undertone.
- Garnish with crumbled feta cheese and freshly chopped parsley, adding visual appeal and additional layers of Mediterranean flavor.
Notes
- Drain beef thoroughly to prevent excess grease and ensure a crispy, well-textured stir fry.
- Choose lean ground beef (90/10 or 93/7) for a healthier version with less fat content.
- Slice vegetables uniformly to guarantee even cooking and consistent texture throughout the dish.
- Consider adding a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for those who enjoy a spicy kick to their Mediterranean-style meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 380 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg