Ground Beef with Hoisin Fusion
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 5
Description:
This Ground Beef with Hoisin Fusion recipe is a delightful blend of savory flavors, enhanced by the richness of hoisin sauce and the aromatic ginger and garlic. It’s a versatile dish that can be served traditionally over rice or couscous, but here, we offer a unique twist by presenting it in a tortilla format, allowing guests to customize their own flavorful wraps with cheese, salsa, sesame seeds, and sour cream. This interactive dining experience has consistently been a hit with guests, making it a perfect choice for gatherings or family meals.
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 2-3 green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 237.6
- Fat: 12.4g
- Saturated Fat: 4.2g
- Cholesterol: 59.4mg
- Sodium: 271.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 11.4g
- Fiber: 1.3g
- Sugar: 4.6g
- Protein: 19.3g
Instructions:
-
Prepare Orange Juice Mixture:
- In a small bowl, combine the orange juice and cornstarch, stirring until well mixed. Set aside for later use.
-
Cook Ground Beef:
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, sautรฉ the lean ground beef until fully cooked, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks.
-
Drain Excess Fat:
- Once the beef is cooked, remove it from the skillet and drain off any excess fat. Set the cooked beef aside for now.
-
Stir Fry Aromatics:
- In the same skillet, add the sesame oil. Once heated, add the minced ginger, garlic, and orange peel (if using). Stir-fry briefly until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
-
Add Green Onions:
- Add the chopped green onions to the skillet and continue to stir-fry for about 1 minute, allowing the flavors to meld together.
-
Combine Beef and Hoisin Sauce:
- Return the cooked beef to the skillet with the aromatics. Add the hoisin sauce to the mixture and stir until everything is well combined, ensuring that the beef is evenly coated with the flavorful sauce.
-
Thicken with Orange Juice Mixture:
- Pour the prepared orange juice mixture into the skillet with the beef and sauce. Stir continuously until the mixture thickens, which should take about 1 minute.
-
Serve and Enjoy:
- Your Ground Beef with Hoisin Fusion is now ready to be enjoyed! You can serve it traditionally over rice or couscous, or follow the fusion approach by presenting it in tortillas alongside bowls of cheese, salsa, sesame seeds, and sour cream. Allow your guests to assemble their own delicious wraps according to their preferences.
This dish offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures, making it a surefire crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Whether served as a hearty main course or transformed into interactive tortilla wraps, this fusion recipe is guaranteed to satisfy appetites and leave everyone asking for seconds! ๐ฎโจ