Mediterranean Ground Beef Stir Fry (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Stir Fry
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400g ground beef (lean or 80/20)
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1 tablespoon olive oil (15ml)
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1 small red onion, finely chopped (about 70g)
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3 cloves garlic, minced (about 9g)
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1 medium red bell pepper, diced (about 150g)
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1 medium zucchini, diced (about 200g)
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100g cherry tomatoes, halved
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1 teaspoon ground cumin (2.5g)
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika (2.5g)
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½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (1g)
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½ teaspoon dried oregano (1g)
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Salt and black pepper to taste
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2 tablespoons tomato paste (30g)
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100ml beef broth
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50g Kalamata olives, sliced
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2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese (optional, for garnish)
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2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
→ For Serving (Optional)
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Cooked rice, quinoa, or couscous
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Pita bread or lettuce wraps
# Instructions:
01 -
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped red onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, until fragrant.
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Add the ground beef to the pan, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, until browned and no longer pink. Drain excess grease if needed.
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Stir in the red bell pepper, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until slightly tender. Add the cumin, smoked paprika, cinnamon, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to coat the meat and vegetables in the spices.
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Mix in the tomato paste and pour in the beef broth. Stir everything together and let it simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend and the sauce to thicken.
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Remove the stir fry from heat and stir in the Kalamata olives. Garnish with fresh parsley and crumbled feta cheese if desired. Serve over rice, quinoa, couscous, or enjoy in pita bread or lettuce wraps for a low-carb option.