Sweet Chili Ground Beef and Brussels Sprouts

Sweet Chili Ground Beef and Brussels Sprouts is one of those meals that checks every box—it’s fast, flavorful, and satisfying. Shredded Brussels sprouts get perfectly caramelized, then tossed with seasoned ground beef and a sweet chili-lime sauce that’s bursting with bold, tangy flavor. You can have this delicious, gut-supportive dinner on the table in 30 minutes flat.

***All of my recipes are gluten-free, dairy-free, blood sugar-friendly, and gut-supportive. We are all different so you may need to make adjustments based on your body’s unique needs.***

Ingredients:

• 1 lb lean ground beef
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• ⅓ cup thinly sliced green onions
• 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sriracha (optional)
• 1 tablespoon avocado oil
• 1 lb shredded Brussels sprouts
• ½ cup sweet chili sauce
• ½ of a lime, juiced
• Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a large skillet, add the ground beef and begin to crumble it as it cooks. Add the green onions and season with garlic powder, salt, pepper, soy sauce, and sriracha (if using). Cook until browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
2. Add the avocado oil to the skillet, then toss in the shredded Brussels sprouts. Season with salt and pepper. Sauté until the sprouts are softened and begin to caramelize, about 5–7 minutes.
3. Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet. Add sweet chili sauce and lime juice. Stir to coat everything in the sauce and heat through.
4. Top with sesame seeds and serve warm. Pairs well with rice, cauliflower rice, or a bed of greens.

Recipe Notes:

1. Whole30 Tip: Use a compliant sweet chili sauce or substitute with a mix of date syrup, vinegar, and red pepper flakes.
2. Short on time? Use pre-shredded Brussels sprouts to cut prep time in half.
3. Spice level: Adjust sriracha and red pepper flakes to your liking for a milder or spicier dish.

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