Mix the sauce

• In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, BBQ sauce, maple syrup, sesame oil, garlic and ginger.
• Set aside.

Brown the beef

• Heat the oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
• Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart, until browned.
• Transfer the beef to a bowl, leaving the oil behind.

Sauté the veggies

• In the same pan, add a touch more oil if needed.
• Add the zucchini, mushrooms and carrot.
• Stir-fry until just tender but still crisp.

Combine everything

• Return the beef to the pan.
• Pour in the sauce and toss to coat.
• Cook, letting the flavors blend.

Finish and serve

• Taste and season with salt and pepper.
• Serve hot over rice or in lettuce cups.
• Garnish with chives or green onions.