Sweet Chili Ground Beef Bowls Recipe You’ll Make Every Week

I still remember the first time I whipped up a simple stir-fry for my family after a long day—it was chaotic, but the sweet chili beef and rice brought everyone together around the table. This Sweet Chili Ground Beef Bowls recipe is my go-to for quick, family-friendly meals. It’s customizable, balanced, and packed with flavor, making it perfect for busy weeknights or even a casual dinner with friends.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

If you’re looking for a quick, flavorful, and family-friendly meal, these Sweet Chili Ground Beef Bowls are a game-changer. This sweet chili beef mince recipe combines tender ground beef with a perfectly balanced sweet and spicy sauce, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Serve it over rice for a satisfying sweet chili beef rice bowl, or add green beans and bell peppers for a wholesome sweet chili beef and green bean bowls variation. This easy sweet chili beef recipe doubles as a sweet chili beef stir fry or even a Thai minced beef recipe, giving you versatile options for every meal. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s both comforting and customizable. Use it as a slow cooker sweet chili ground beef bowls dish for hands-off convenience or whip up a quick Chinese-style sweet chili ground beef bowls with rice. With bold flavor and effortless prep, this recipe will become a staple in your rotation.

Ingredients for This Recipe

To make these Sweet Chili Ground Beef Bowls truly delicious, it’s important to use fresh, high-quality ingredients. The ground beef provides a rich, savory base, while green beans, bell peppers, and carrots add crunch and nutrition, making this sweet chili beef and green bean bowls recipe balanced and satisfying. The sweet chili sauce gives the dish its signature flavor, perfectly complementing the savory beef. Soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil enhance the umami depth, while optional chili flakes add a touch of heat. Served over jasmine or white rice, this sweet chili beef rice bowl is comforting, customizable, and perfect for busy weeknights. Garnishes like cilantro and sesame seeds bring freshness and texture, rounding out this easy sweet chili beef recipe. Whether you’re making a sweet chili ground beef bowls slow cooker version or a quick stir-fry, these ingredients create a versatile, crowd-pleasing meal.

🛒 Ingredients (serves 4):

For the Beef Bowl:
1 lb (450 g) ground beef
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 small onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup green beans, trimmed and halved
1/2 cup bell peppers, sliced (optional)
1/2 cup carrots, julienned (optional)

For the Sweet Chili Sauce:
1/3 cup sweet chili sauce
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional, for extra heat)

For Serving:
2 cups cooked jasmine or white rice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)

How to Make This Recipe

Creating Sweet Chili Ground Beef Bowls is simple, quick, and packed with flavor. Start by browning the ground beef to develop a rich, savory base for this sweet chili beef mince recipe. Sautéed onions and garlic add aromatic depth, while green beans, bell peppers, and carrots create a colorful, crunchy sweet chili beef and green bean bowls variation. The sweet chili sauce, combined with soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil, transforms this dish into a sweet chili beef rice bowl bursting with balanced flavors. For extra heat, add red chili flakes to make this sweet chili beef stir fry or Thai minced beef recipe even more exciting. Serve over jasmine or white rice to make a comforting, easy sweet chili ground beef bowls meal perfect for weeknights or meal prep. Garnish with cilantro and sesame seeds for freshness and texture. Whether you try a Chinese-style sweet chili ground beef bowls with rice or a slow cooker version, the results are always satisfying.

🛒 Steps:

Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb ground beef and cook until browned.

Step 2: Add 1 small diced onion and 2 minced garlic cloves. Sauté until fragrant, about 2–3 minutes.

Step 3: Stir in 1 cup green beans, 1/2 cup sliced bell peppers, and 1/2 cup julienned carrots. Cook for 3–4 minutes until slightly tender.

Step 4: Mix 1/3 cup sweet chili sauce, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, and 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional). Pour over beef and vegetables, stirring to coat evenly.

Step 5: Simmer for 2–3 minutes until heated through.

Step 6: Serve over 2 cups cooked jasmine or white rice. Top with 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro and 1 teaspoon sesame seeds if desired.

Expert Cooking Tips

To make your Sweet Chili Ground Beef Bowls even more flavorful, understanding the role of each ingredient is key. Fresh ground beef provides a rich, savory base for this sweet chili beef mince recipe, while green beans, bell peppers, and carrots add texture and nutrition, perfect for sweet chili beef and green bean bowls. The sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil combine to create the signature sweet chili beef rice bowl flavor, and a pinch of red chili flakes gives your sweet chili beef stir fry or Thai minced beef recipe a gentle kick. Using quality ingredients and proper cooking techniques ensures your sweet chili ground beef bowls with rice are tender, saucy, and delicious every time. You can also make this a slow cooker sweet chili ground beef bowls dish for convenience without losing flavor.

💡 Expert Tips:

Choose fresh, lean ground beef for rich flavor and less grease.
Trim and halve green beans for even cooking in sweet chili beef and green bean bowls.
Adjust chili flakes for mild or extra heat in sweet chili beef stir fry.
Use high-quality sweet chili sauce for the best sweet chili ground beef bowls taste.
Sauté onions and garlic first to create a fragrant base for your sweet chili beef rice bowl.
Serve immediately over steamed rice to maintain texture and flavor.
Add optional bell peppers or carrots to increase color, crunch, and nutrition in Thai minced beef recipe.

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Sweet Chili Ground Beef Bowls are a quick, easy, and versatile meal that combines savory ground beef with a perfectly balanced sweet chili sauce. This sweet chili beef mince recipe is ideal for busy weeknights, meal prep, or a flavorful family dinner. Serve it as a sweet chili beef rice bowl, sweet chili beef and green bean bowls, or even a sweet chili beef stir fry. With simple ingredients and bold flavor, this Thai minced beef recipe or sweet chili ground beef bowls slow cooker version will become a go-to favorite in your kitchen.

Sweet Chili Ground Beef Bowls

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• Author: Savannah
• Total Time: ~30 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Diet: Gluten Free

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A flavorful, easy-to-make dish featuring ground beef cooked in a sweet chili sauce with vegetables and served over steamed rice. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or meal prep, this recipe delivers a balance of sweet, savory, and mildly spicy flavors. Customize with your favorite vegetables like green beans, bell peppers, or snap peas for extra nutrition and crunch.

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Ingredients

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🛒 Ingredients (serves 4):

For the Beef Bowl:

• 1 lb (450 g) ground beef

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

• 1 small onion, diced

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 cup green beans, trimmed and halved

• 1/2 cup bell peppers, sliced (optional)

• 1/2 cup carrots, julienned (optional)

For the Sweet Chili Sauce:

• 1/3 cup sweet chili sauce

• 2 tablespoons soy sauce

• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar

• 1 teaspoon sesame oil

• 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional, for extra heat)

For Serving:

• 2 cups cooked jasmine or white rice

• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)

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Instructions

📝 Instructions:

Step 1: Cook the Beef

1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

2. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sauté 2–3 minutes until fragrant.

3. Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula, and cook until browned, about 5–7 minutes.

Step 2: Add Vegetables

1. Stir in green beans and other optional vegetables.

2. Cook 3–4 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.

Step 3: Add the Sauce

1. In a small bowl, whisk together sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and chili flakes.

2. Pour the sauce over the beef and vegetables. Stir to coat evenly and simmer 2–3 minutes until heated through.

Step 4: Assemble the Bowls

 

1. Divide cooked rice into four bowls.

2. Top each with the sweet chili ground beef mixture.

3. Garnish with chopped cilantro and sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

• Make it Ahead: Prepare the beef mixture in advance and reheat for a quick meal.
• Slow Cooker Option: Brown the beef first, then combine all ingredients in a slow cooker for 2–3 hours on low.
• Spice Level: Adjust red chili flakes to your taste for a milder or spicier dish.
• Protein Swap: Ground turkey or chicken works well as a lighter alternative.

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
• Category: Main Course / Rice Bowl
• Method: Stovetop / Stir-fry
• Cuisine: Asian-Inspired / Thai