Description
Whip up a delicious and satisfying Ground Beef and Broccoli stir fry that’s perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings. This quick dish features tender ground beef, vibrant broccoli, and a homemade sweet-savory sauce that brings authentic Asian flavors to your table. Ready in just 15 minutes, serve it over fluffy rice for a complete meal that’s both nutritious and family-friendly. Customize with your favorite veggies or switch to chicken for a tasty twist!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1 head of broccoli (chopped and steamed)
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon minced ginger
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup water
- 2–3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with the chopped onion until fully cooked. Add garlic and ginger in the last minute of cooking.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, water, brown sugar, cornstarch, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes.
- Drain excess grease from the skillet and add the sauce mixture. Simmer for 1-2 minutes until thickened.
- Fold in steamed broccoli and stir to combine. Serve over cooked rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, toss in other vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas. Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of brown sugar or honey to suit your taste. Use fresh ginger and garlic for the best flavor impact.