FilipinoEasy · Hot
Garlicky Ground Beef and Corn with Rice
A hearty Filipino-inspired one-pan meal of savory ground beef cooked with sweet corn and plenty of garlic, served over fluffy white rice. Perfect for a family dinner that comes together quickly.
Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Total
35 min
Method
Cook the Rice
1
Rinse white rice under cold water until water runs clear. Combine with 4 cups of water in a rice cooker or pot. Cook until fluffy and set aside.
Prepare the Aromatics
2
Finely dice the yellow onion. Mince the garlic cloves and set aside.
Brown the Ground Beef
3
Heat olive oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and break it apart with a spatula. Cook for 5-6 minutes until browned and no longer pink.
Add Aromatics and Seasonings
4
Add the diced yellow onion and minced garlic to the browned beef. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
Add Corn and Finish the Dish
5
Add the corn kernels to the wok. Pour in soy sauce and white vinegar, then season with salt and black pepper. Stir everything together and cook for another 4-5 minutes until the corn is tender and the flavors are well combined.
Serve
6
Spoon the garlicky ground beef and corn mixture over fluffy white rice. Serve hot and enjoy!
A
Nutri-Score
Excellent balance
A–E · lower is better · score -1
Calories
888
per serving
Source of protein · 42gLow sugar · 8gLow saturated fat · 6g
Protein
42g
Carbs
120g
Fat
26g
Sat. fat
6g
Fiber
5g
Sugar
8g
Sodium
777mg
Gluten FreeDairy FreeHeart HealthyDiabetes FriendlyHigh ProteinBalanced Meals
Nutri-Score is a general nutritional-balance guide, not medical or dietary advice.
E
Environmental impact
Very high impact
A–E · lower is better · includes estimates
kg CO2e
12
per serving
ECarbonBEU all-round· carbon sets the grade
Water
2.0m³
Land
280Pt
Runoff
0.2g P
Ground Beef drives 95% of this recipe’s estimated footprint.
Carbon from Poore & Nemecek 2018; water, land & runoff from Agribalyse — modelled averages for comparing recipes, not a measurement of your groceries.
Flavor Profile
7
Umami
4
Sweet
6
Salty
5
Sour
2
Bitter
3
Spicy
Textures
TenderCaramelizedFluffySaucy
Aromas
GarlickySavoryMeatyBright
Safety & Storage
Cooking Temperature
Cook ground beef to an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) to eliminate harmful bacteria. The meat should be browned with no pink remaining.
Handling
Use separate utensils and cutting boards for raw ground beef. Wash hands thoroughly with soap before and after handling raw meat to prevent cross-contamination.
Cross Contamination
Keep raw ground beef separate from ready-to-eat foods like rice and aromatics. Store raw meat in a sealed container on the lowest refrigerator shelf.
Storage
Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours of cooking in airtight containers. Consume within 3-4 days for best quality and food safety.
Allergen Warning
This dish contains soy and gluten from soy sauce. Notify guests of these allergens. Always check ingredient labels for specific allergen information when purchasing soy sauce alternatives.
Pro Tips
Technique
Maging patient ka lang when browning the beef! Don't rush it — let the meat sit undisturbed for a minute or two between stirs. Those caramelized bits are where all the sarap lives, and they make everything taste better.
Flavor Boost
The soy sauce and vinegar combination is the secret to that classic Filipino flavor. Don't skip the vinegar — it brightens everything up and balances the savory richness of the beef. My lola always said the suka is what makes the dish come alive!
Substitution
No fresh corn? No problema! Frozen corn works perfectly fine here, or you can swap it for green peas if that's what you have. And if you want to stretch this further, throw in a can of chickpeas — still delicious and even more filling.
From the chef
Ground beef and garlic are a natural pair, and this one-pan meal leans hard into both — beef browned in a hot wok, then tossed with sweet corn, plenty of minced garlic, a splash of white vinegar for that familiar Filipino tang, and soy sauce to tie it all together. It comes together in under 20 minutes, which means it is the kind of ulam you can make any night of the week. Pile it over fluffy white rice and do not be shy with the portions — this is family food, masarap and meant to fill everyone up.
TagsGarlickySavoryWeeknight DinnerFamily FriendlyOne PanGround BeefCorn
AllergensSoyGluten
Source: generated · June 10, 2026