Name: Vietnamese Ground Bison Stir-Fry with Colorful Vegetables
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground bison; 2 tbsp neutral oil (e.g., avocado or canola); 1 medium carrot, julienned; 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced; 1 small zucchini, julienned; 1 cup shredded Napa cabbage; 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 inch fresh ginger, minced; 2 tbsp fish sauce; 1 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp lime juice; 1 tsp brown sugar; 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro; 1/4 cup chopped mint; 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, roughly chopped; 1 small red chili, thinly sliced (optional); Steamed jasmine rice or vermicelli noodles, for serving (about 2 cups cooked)

Vietnamese Ground Bison Stir-Fry with Colorful Vegetables

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This vibrant Vietnamese-inspired ground bison stir-fry brings together lean, flavorful meat with a medley of crisp, colorful vegetables. Bison’s natural richness is balanced by zesty lime, fragrant herbs, and a savory-sweet sauce, while crunchy peanuts and fresh mint add irresistible texture and aroma. Served over jasmine rice or vermicelli noodles, this dish is a quick, nutritious way to enjoy bold Southeast Asian flavors any night of the week—no mushrooms in sight, just pure, lively taste and beautiful presentation.

Ingredients

Instructions

Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add garlic, ginger, and red onion. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add ground bison, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 4-5 minutes.
Stir in carrot, bell pepper, and zucchini. Cook for 2-3 minutes until just tender but still crisp.
Add Napa cabbage and stir-fry for 1 minute until slightly wilted.
In a small bowl, mix fish sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, and black pepper. Pour over the meat and vegetables.
Toss everything together and cook for another minute to combine flavors.
Remove from heat. Stir in half of the cilantro and mint.
Serve over steamed jasmine rice or vermicelli noodles.
Top with remaining herbs, roasted peanuts, and sliced chili. Enjoy immediately.