Description
This Honey Garlic Ground Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry is a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner combining savory ground beef with tender broccoli in a sweet and tangy honey garlic sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, it makes a perfect balanced meal served over rice or noodles, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions for an extra burst of flavor.
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 soy sauce (low sodium)
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (mixed with 2 tbsp water)
For Serving and Garnish
- 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 well-balanced sweet and savory sauce. Separately, mix the cornstarch with water to form a slurry and set both aside for later use.
- Cook the Ground Beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 2 minutes until softened. Add the lean ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until fully browned and no pink remains. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds to release its aroma.
- Add the Broccoli: Incorporate the broccoli florets into the pan, then pour in ¼ cup of water. Cover the skillet with a lid and steam the broccoli for 3 to 4 minutes, or until it becomes tender but still retains a crisp texture.
- Pour the Sauce: Stir in the prepared honey garlic sauce, letting it simmer gently for about 2 minutes so the flavors meld. Then add the cornstarch slurry and continuously stir until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and broccoli evenly.
- Serve: Remove the pan from heat. Serve the delicious honey garlic ground beef and broccoli stir-fry over cooked rice or noodles. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions for added texture and freshness.
Notes
- Use low sodium soy sauce to control salt levels and suit dietary preferences.
- Red pepper flakes are optional; add for a mild kick or omit for a milder dish.
- Broccoli can be substituted with other vegetables like snap peas or bell peppers for variety.
- The cornstarch slurry ensures the sauce thickens nicely; do not skip it for best texture.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari.
