Description
Sweet Chili Ground Beef and Brussels Sprouts is a deliciously easy dish that marries sweet and savory flavors in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this meal not only tantalizes the taste buds but also provides a nutritious option for health-conscious diners. The vibrant colors and enticing aromas of this dish make it an impressive addition to any dinner table. With ground beef providing protein and brussels sprouts offering essential vitamins, you can enjoy a balanced meal that’s both satisfying and versatile. Customize it to your liking, whether you serve it over rice, quinoa, or in lettuce wraps.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/3 cup thinly sliced green onions
- 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sriracha (optional)
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 pound shredded brussels sprouts
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- Juice of 1/2 lime
- Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, crumble the ground beef and add green onions, garlic powder, salt, pepper, soy sauce, and sriracha. Cook until browned; then set aside.
- In the same skillet with avocado oil, sauté shredded brussels sprouts until soft and caramelized (about 5–7 minutes).
- Return the ground beef to the skillet with the brussels sprouts. Add sweet chili sauce and lime juice; stir until well combined.
- Top with sesame seeds if desired, and serve over rice or as preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg