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A cast iron skillet filled with crispy browned ground beef, charred cauliflower florets, and sliced green onions.

Crispy Chili Ground Beef and Cauliflower Skillet

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
  • 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into 1-inch florets
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.5 tsp cracked black pepper
  • 1 tbsp red chili flakes
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 0.5 cup scallions , thinly sliced

Method
 

  1. Place a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
  2. Add the cauliflower florets in a single layer and sear without stirring for 4 minutes to develop a deep char.
  3. Toss the cauliflower and continue cooking for 4 more minutes until tender-crisp, then remove from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the ground beef to the same skillet, pressing the meat into a flat disc.
  5. Cook the beef undisturbed for 5 minutes until a dark brown crust forms on the bottom.
  6. Break the beef into small crumbles and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  7. Continue cooking the beef for 3 minutes until fully rendered and crispy.
  8. Add the chili flakes and return the cauliflower to the skillet.
  9. Deglaze the pan with soy sauce, tossing all ingredients over high heat for 2 minutes to emulsify the fat and sauce.
  10. Remove from heat, garnish with sliced scallions, and serve immediately.