Description
A quick and flavorful Honey Garlic Ground Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry that’s perfect for a busy weeknight. This dish features lean ground beef sautéed with fresh broccoli and onions, all coated in a savory honey garlic sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes and served over rice or noodles, it’s a comforting and healthy meal the whole family will enjoy.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Sauce Ingredients
- â…“ cup low sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (mixed with 2 tbsp water)
To Serve
- 2 cups cooked rice or noodles
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes to create a flavorful honey garlic sauce. In a separate small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to form a smooth slurry and set aside.
- Cook the Ground Beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 2 minutes until they begin to soften. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook until browned and fully cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the Broccoli: Stir the broccoli florets into the skillet. Pour in ¼ cup of water, cover the pan with a lid, and steam the broccoli for 3-4 minutes until it turns bright green and is tender yet crisp.
- Pour the Sauce: Remove the lid and stir in the prepared honey garlic sauce. Let the mixture simmer for about 2 minutes to blend the flavors. Then, add the cornstarch slurry and stir constantly until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and broccoli evenly.
- Serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Serve the honey garlic ground beef and broccoli stir-fry hot over cooked rice or noodles. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions for a fresh finish.
Notes
- Adjust red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level, or omit for a milder dish.
- Use low sodium soy sauce to control the salt content in the meal.
- For added crunch, consider topping with chopped peanuts or cashews.
- Broccoli can be substituted with other vegetables like snap peas or bell peppers if preferred.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
