Teriyaki Ground Beef
This Teriyaki Ground Beef is a quick, flavorful, and family-friendly dish made with savory beef, sweet homemade teriyaki sauce, and fresh aromatics. Perfect for busy weeknights and delicious served over rice or noodles.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- sliced green onions, for garnish
Teriyaki Sauce
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp mirin (optional)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Add the diced onion and garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, mirin, sesame oil, and ginger.
- Pour the sauce into the skillet and stir to coat the beef evenly.
- Add the cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce, stirring until glossy and smooth.
- Simmer for 2–3 minutes, then remove from heat and garnish with green onions.
Notes
Serve over rice, noodles, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal. Add chili flakes for heat or pineapple for sweetness.