Description
A quick and flavorful Ground Beef and Broccoli dish that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/2 cup beef broth or water
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil (optional)
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger (optional)
- Cooked rice or quinoa (for serving)
Instructions
- Prep Your Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients and chop the onion, mince the garlic, and cut the broccoli if you’re using fresh.
- Heat the Pan: In a large skillet or wok, heat the tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Sauté the Onion and Garlic: Add the chopped onion to the pan and sauté for about 2-3 minutes. Then toss in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds.
- Brown the Beef: Crank up the heat to high and add the ground beef. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add the Broccoli: Toss in your broccoli florets, and stir. Cook fresh broccoli for about 3-4 minutes or until bright green.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, and beef broth.
- Combine Everything: Pour the sauce into the skillet, tossing everything together. Let it simmer for about 2-3 minutes.
- Serve it Up!: Serve the beef and broccoli over cooked rice or quinoa, garnishing with sesame seeds or chopped green onions if desired.
Notes
Feel free to experiment with different vegetables or add spices for extra flavor. This dish can also be made in advance and reheated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: ground beef, broccoli, quick dinner, stir fry, Asian recipe