Smoky Paprika Ground Beef Stir-Fry with Zucchini Noodles

Name: Smoky Paprika Ground Beef Stir-Fry with Zucchini Noodles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 14 min
Total time: 29 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 2 medium zucchini; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1/2 cup diced yellow onion; 2 cloves minced garlic; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1/2 cup diced tomatoes; 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro; 1 tbsp lime juice

A vibrant stir-fry with deeply spiced ground beef and tender zucchini noodles, finished with fresh herbs for a quick weeknight dinner.

Cuisine: Asian

Category: Beef

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 14 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
2 medium zucchini
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup diced yellow onion
2 cloves minced garlic
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 cup diced tomatoes
2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
1 tbsp lime juice

Instructions

Step 1: Shred zucchini using a spiralizer or julienne peeler, then pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, breaking it into small crumbles, and cook for 6-7 minutes until browned and cooked through, breaking into small pieces with a spatula.
Step 3: Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet, stirring for 2 minutes until onions are translucent and fragrant.
Step 4: Stir in smoked paprika and diced tomatoes, cooking for 3 minutes until tomatoes begin to soften and release liquid.
Step 5: Add shredded zucchini to the skillet, stirring gently to combine. Cook for 4-5 minutes until zucchini is tender but still holds shape, stirring occasionally.
Step 6: Remove from heat and stir in fresh cilantro and lime juice. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.