Five Spice Ground Beef With Peas

This quick and economical dish transforms humble ground beef into a flavorful Asian-inspired meal using aromatic five-spice powder as its secret weapon. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe combines the warming spices with sweet peas and savory aromatics for a satisfying meal that serves 2-4 people.

The beauty of this dish lies in its simplicity and speed – everything comes together in one wok, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures. The five-spice powder adds depth with its blend of star anise, cloves, cinnamon, Sichuan pepper, and fennel, while the peas provide bursts of sweetness throughout.

Yield: 2 Servings

Five Spice Ground Beef With Peas

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A quick and flavorful Asian-inspired ground beef dish featuring aromatic five-spice powder and sweet peas. Ready in just 25 minutes, this economical meal serves 2-4 people and pairs perfectly with steamed rice.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes

Total Time 25 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons five-spice powder
• 1/2 bag frozen peas (about 8 ounces)
• 3 tablespoons sweet soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice wine
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
• 2 scallions, chopped (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Steamed white rice for serving

Instructions

1. Season ground beef with salt, pepper, and five-spice powder in a bowl.
2. Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat.
3. Add diced onion to the hot wok and cook until semi-translucent.
4. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
5. Add seasoned ground beef to the wok.
6. Break up meat into small pieces while stir-frying.
7. Add rice wine and stir to combine.
8. Pour in soy sauce, sesame oil, and hoisin sauce.
9. Stir-fry until beef is nearly cooked through.
10. Add frozen peas to the mixture.
11. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until peas are heated
12. through.
13. Turn off heat and stir in chopped scallions.
14. Serve hot over steamed white rice.

Notes

For best results, ensure your wok or skillet is very hot before starting to cook. This helps achieve the proper sear on the meat and vegetables. If you don’t have a wok, a large skillet will work, though you may need to cook in batches to maintain proper heat.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The flavors often develop further overnight, making this dish excellent for meal prep. Try varying the vegetables – bell peppers, carrots, or snap peas all work well in this recipe.

Nutrition Information:

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 450Total Fat: 22gSodium: 550mgCarbohydrates: 35gFiber: 4gProtein: 32g