Description
This Ground Beef and Broccoli stir-fry is a simple, delicious, and protein-packed meal that comes together in just 20 minutes! Juicy ground beef is cooked with tender-crisp broccoli in a rich, savory garlic-ginger sauce. It’s the perfect weeknight dinner—easy to make, full of flavor, and great over rice or noodles
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (85/15 or leaner)
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional for extra umami)
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional for thickening)
- ¼ cup beef broth or water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for spice)
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (optional for garnish)
Instructions
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Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, beef broth, brown sugar, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
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Cook the ground beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula. Drain excess grease if necessary.
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Add garlic and ginger: Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Cook the broccoli: Add broccoli florets to the pan and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
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Add the sauce: Pour the sauce over the beef and broccoli mixture, stirring well to coat everything. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
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Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot over rice or noodles!
Notes
- Swap ground beef for ground chicken, turkey, or tofu for a lighter version.
- Use frozen broccoli if fresh isn’t available—just thaw and drain before cooking.
- Add sliced bell peppers or carrots for extra color and crunch.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian