Description
A refined weeknight dish that balances rustic comfort with polished flavors, featuring caramelized Brussels sprouts and savory ground beef.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (80/20 for flavor)
- 1 lb (450 g) Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar (or sherry vinegar)
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 1/4 cup low-sodium beef or chicken stock (warm)
- 2 tbsp olive oil or neutral oil (divided)
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley or cilantro, finely chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat the ground beef dry with paper towels. Heat a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tbsp oil until shimmering.
- Add the beef in an even layer, sear without stirring for 2–3 minutes, then break into chunks and cook for 6–8 minutes until richly browned. Transfer to a bowl and season lightly with salt.
- Lower the heat to medium, add remaining oil, then the onion. Cook until translucent and slightly golden, about 4 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 30–45 seconds until fragrant.
- Add Brussels sprouts cut-side down in a single layer. Leave undisturbed for 4–6 minutes until the cut surfaces caramelize, then toss and cook another 3–4 minutes.
- Return the beef to the pan. Pour in warm stock and soy-vinegar-honey mixture. Deglaze the pan and simmer for 1–2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Stir in sesame oil, adjust salt and pepper. Off heat, toss with herbs and a knob of room-temperature butter if desired. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
Use fresh herbs finely chopped. Warm stock slightly for better integration. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg