Sesame Beef & Brown Rice

Sesame Beef & Brown Rice

TOTAL PREP AND COOK TIME: 35 MINUTES

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 cup brown rice (dry, uncooked)

  • 3 Tbsps tamari

  • 1 Tbsp coconut sugar

  • 2 tsps sesame oil

  • 1/4 tsp ginger (ground)

  • 1/4 tsp chili flakes

  • 1 lb extra lean ground beef

  • 1/4 cup cilantro (for topping, chopped)

  • 1 Tbsp sesame seeds (optional, for topping)

DIRECTIONS:

  • Cook the rice according to the directions on the package.

  • While the rice cooks, in a small bowl, whisk together the tamari, coconut sugar, sesame oil, ginger and chili flakes.

  • In a nonstick skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and cook. As it browns, break it up with a wooden spoon or spatula. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes and then add the tamari mixture. Reduce the heat to medium-low and stir frequently until cooked through, about 5 minutes more.

  • Divide the rice onto plates, top with the beef. If using, top with the cilantro and sesame seeds. Serve and enjoy!

DinnerMichelle Matthews