Dinner

Ground Beef and Brussels Sprouts Stir-Fry with Sweet Chili and Lime Recipe

ByOlivia Monroe December 28, 2025December 28, 2025

Introduction

This Ground Beef and Brussels Sprouts recipe is a flavorful, quick dish perfect for weeknight dinners. Combining savory beef with caramelized Brussels sprouts and a tangy sweet chili sauce makes for a delicious and balanced meal.

A black cast iron pan filled with cooked ground meat mixed with halved Brussels sprouts, both having a browned, slightly crispy texture with some green and golden yellow from the sprouts. The dish is sprinkled with white sesame seeds adding small white dots on top. A wooden spoon is partly submerged on the left side, lifting some of the mixture. The pan is placed on a white marbled surface and a grey cloth napkin is visible on the top right corner. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1/3 cup thinly sliced green onions
2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon sriracha (optional)
1 tablespoon avocado oil
1 pound shredded Brussels sprouts
1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
1/2 of a lime, juiced
Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Add the ground beef to a large skillet and crumble it as it cooks. Stir in the green onions, then season with kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, sriracha (if using), and soy sauce. Cook until the beef is fully cooked through, then transfer it to a plate and set aside.
Step 2: In the same skillet, add the avocado oil and then the shredded Brussels sprouts. Season with salt and pepper, and sauté until they become soft and caramelized, about 5-7 minutes.
Step 3: Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet with the Brussels sprouts. Pour in the sweet chili sauce and lime juice, stirring everything together to coat evenly with the sauce.
Step 4: Sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired, and serve hot over rice or your favorite grain for a complete meal.

Tips & Variations

Use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef for a lighter version.
For extra crunch, add chopped peanuts or cashews as a garnish.
If you like it spicier, increase the amount of sriracha or add red pepper flakes.
Try using coconut aminos instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free option.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave until warmed through. This dish also freezes well; thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.