Description
This Honey Garlic Ground Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry is a flavorful and easy Asian-inspired dish that makes for a satisfying meal. The combination of savory ground beef, crisp broccoli, and a sweet honey garlic sauce is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
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For the Sauce:
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
For the Stir-Fry:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (divided)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, sliced
- cooked white or brown rice for serving
- sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, cornstarch, water, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
- Sauté Broccoli: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet, sauté broccoli until tender-crisp. Remove from skillet.
- Cook Ground Beef: Brown ground beef in remaining oil, then add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Combine Ingredients: Return broccoli to the skillet, pour in the sauce, and simmer until thickened.
- Finish and Serve: Top with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve over rice.
Notes
- You can steam the broccoli ahead of time for a softer texture.
- Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Add bell peppers or snap peas for extra color and crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (with rice)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
