Description
This Ground Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful dish combining lean ground beef with tender broccoli in a savory sauce made with soy, garlic, ginger, and a touch of honey. Ready in just 13 minutes, this stir fry makes a perfect weeknight dinner served over rice or cauliflower rice for a lighter option.
Ingredients
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Sauce
- 1/2 cup reduced sodium soy sauce, or gluten-free tamari
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and grated
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Main Ingredients
- 1/2 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 pound ground beef, 93% lean
- 1/2 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1 large head broccoli, cut into florets and blanched
Toppings & Serving
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- 3 medium scallions, sliced on the bias
- Cooked rice, or cauliflower rice, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and cornstarch until combined. Set this sauce mixture aside for later use.
- Cook the beef and onion: Heat the sesame oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and chopped onion, cooking and stirring occasionally until the meat is nearly cooked through, about 5 minutes. Break the beef apart as it cooks to ensure even browning.
- Add the sauce and cook: Pour the reserved sauce into the skillet with the beef and onion. Stir thoroughly to combine and let it cook for 1 minute, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the beef evenly.
- Add broccoli and finish cooking: Add the blanched broccoli florets to the skillet and cook for an additional 1 minute, just until heated through and well-coated with sauce.
- Serve: Divide the beef and broccoli mixture evenly among 4 plates or shallow bowls, layering cooked rice or cauliflower rice at the bottom if using. Garnish each serving with toasted sesame seeds and sliced scallions before serving.
Notes
- Blanch broccoli by boiling for 1-2 minutes and immediately plunging into ice water to retain color and texture.
- Use gluten-free tamari to make this dish gluten-free.
- Opt for cauliflower rice as a low-carb alternative to traditional rice.
- Adjust honey amount for sweetness preference or substitute with maple syrup for a different flavor.
- This recipe can be made ahead and reheated for a quick meal.
