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Asian Ground Beef with Hoisin, Sriracha, and Cashews Recipe

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This flavorful Asian Ground Beef recipe combines tender ground beef with a savory-sweet sauce, crisp red peppers, and aromatic garlic and ginger. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner served over white rice and garnished with fresh herbs, cashews, and sesame seeds.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Sauce

  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (not low-sodium)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Sriracha (plus more as desired)
  • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ginger paste
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic (divided)

Beef and Vegetables

  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 pound lean ground beef (93/7)
  • 1 bunch green onions (thinly sliced, white and green parts divided)
  • 1 large red pepper (diced)
  • 3 teaspoons minced garlic (remaining)
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)
  • 1/3 cup roasted cashews

Optional Garnishes and Sides

  • 1/2 cup torn basil (optional, for serving)
  • Sesame seeds (optional, for serving)
  • Avocado-cucumber salad (optional, for serving)
  • Cooked white rice (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl or wide-mouth jar, whisk together the cornstarch and soy sauce until smooth. Add the rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, Sriracha, brown sugar, ginger paste, and 2 teaspoons of minced garlic. Whisk until fully combined and set the sauce mixture aside.
  2. Cook Aromatics: Heat sesame oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the white parts of the green onions, diced red pepper, and the remaining 3 teaspoons of minced garlic. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally to soften the vegetables and release their flavors.
  3. Brown the Beef: Push the peppers and aromatics to the edges of the skillet. Increase the heat to high and add the ground beef to the center. Season with a small pinch of salt and pepper. Let the beef brown on one side for about 1 minute, flip to brown the other side, then break it into crumbles. Continue cooking until the beef is fully browned and all liquid has evaporated, approximately 5-7 minutes.
  4. Add Sauce and Cashews: Reduce heat to low and stir in the prepared sauce and roasted cashews. Cook for 2-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and vegetables well. If using basil, stir in half of it at this stage to incorporate its flavor.
  5. Serve: Serve the beef mixture warm over cooked white rice. Garnish with sesame seeds, the green parts of the green onions, the remaining basil, and optionally with avocado-cucumber salad for a fresh contrast.

Notes

  • Use full-flavored hoisin sauce for the best taste; adjust Sriracha according to spice preference.
  • Avocado-cucumber salad is optional but adds a refreshing, creamy balance to the savory beef.
  • Lean ground beef (93/7) is recommended to reduce excess grease.
  • Can be served with steamed vegetables or wrapped in lettuce leaves for a low-carb option.
  • Author: Daisy
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian

Find it online: https://dishiary.com/asian-ground-beef-with-hoisin-sriracha-and-cashews-recipe/