Description
Enjoy this quick and easy Ground Beef and Broccoli stir-fry! Packed with protein and crisp vegetables, this flavorful dish is ready in just 30 minutes. Serve over rice or noodles for a family-friendly, versatile meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground beef (85% lean)
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup beef broth
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons cold water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: Whisk together beef broth, soy sauce, honey, hot sauce, and ground ginger in a bowl. Set aside.
- Make Cornstarch Slurry: Mix cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl until smooth. Set aside.
- Cook the Broccoli: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet. Sauté broccoli for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp. Remove and set aside.
- Cook Beef and Onions: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp olive oil. Cook ground beef and diced onions until browned and softened. Drain excess grease.
- Add Bell Peppers and Garlic: Stir in bell peppers and garlic. Cook 1-2 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add Sauce: Pour prepared sauce into the skillet. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to meld flavors.
- Thicken Sauce: Stir cornstarch slurry and gradually add to the skillet, stirring until the sauce thickens.
- Combine and Serve: Return broccoli to skillet, stir to combine, and heat through. Garnish with green onions. Serve hot over rice or noodles.
Notes
- Substitute ground beef with turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
- For gluten-free, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
- Adjust hot sauce or red pepper flakes for desired spice level.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
