Description
Ground Beef and Broccoli is a quick and satisfying dish that beautifully combines tender ground beef with vibrant broccoli florets. This easy stir-fry recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, taking just 30 minutes from prep to plate. Packed with protein and essential nutrients, it’s not only delicious but also customizable to your family’s taste preferences. You can enjoy it as a standalone meal or serve it over rice or noodles for added heartiness. With its savory flavors and simple ingredients, this dish is bound to become a weeknight favorite that pleases even the pickiest eaters.
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Wash and cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets. Mince the garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef for about 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the broccoli florets and a splash of water; cover and steam for about 3 minutes until tender but crisp.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, and sesame oil; pour over the beef and broccoli.
- Combine everything in the skillet, cooking on low heat for another 2 minutes before serving.
Notes
For added crunch, consider tossing in some chopped cashews or peanuts just before serving.
Feel free to swap in your favorite vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg