Prepare Your Components: Start by cooking your rice according to the packet instructions. While it's cooking, you can chop the broccoli, mince the garlic, grate the ginger, and slice the spring onion. Organising your ingredients first makes the cooking process much smoother.

Steam the Broccoli: Place the broccoli florets in a microwave-safe bowl with 2 tablespoons of water. Cover and microwave on high for 3-4 minutes, or until crisp-tender. You can also steam it on the hob if you prefer. Drain any excess water and set aside. This step ensures the broccoli is perfectly cooked without getting soggy in the pan.

Make the Teriyaki Sauce: In a small bowl or jug, whisk together the dark soy sauce, water, honey, and rice vinegar. Set it aside for now.

Brown the Beef Mince: Heat the sesame oil in a large frying pan or skillet over a medium-high heat. Add the beef mince and cook for 6-8 minutes, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until it's nicely browned and cooked through. Drain off any excess fat from the pan.

Add Aromatics: Push the browned mince to one side of the pan. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the empty space and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Be careful not to let them burn. Then, mix them into the beef.

Simmer with Sauce: Pour the prepared teriyaki sauce into the pan with the beef. Bring it to a simmer and let it bubble away for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavours to meld together.

Thicken the Sauce: Give your cornflour slurry a quick whisk and pour it into the pan. Stir continuously as you pour. I find this is the best way to avoid lumps. Continue to simmer for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce has thickened to a glossy consistency that coats the back of a spoon.

Assemble Your Bowls: Now it's time to build your meal prep bowls. Divide the cooked rice, steamed broccoli, and ground beef teriyaki evenly among four airtight containers.

Garnish and Store: Sprinkle each bowl with sliced spring onions and sesame seeds. Allow the bowls to cool completely before sealing with lids and storing them in the refrigerator.