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Ground Beef And Broccoli

Ground Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry: Quick, Healthy Family Delight

This Ground Beef and Broccoli stir-fry is a quick, nutritious meal that the whole family will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stir-Fry
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Substitute with ground turkey for a leaner option.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use canola or avocado oil if preferred.
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped Shallots can be used for a milder taste.
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced Garlic powder can be used as an alternative.
  • 2 cups Broccoli, florets Substitute with green beans or snap peas for variation.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Can use tamari for gluten-free.
  • 1 tablespoon Oyster Sauce Can omit for a simpler sauce.
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar Honey or maple syrup can be used as an alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Beef Broth Water can substitute if broth is unavailable.
  • 1 teaspoon Cornstarch Can omit for a lighter sauce.
  • Salt and Pepper Seasoning to taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Can be omitted if unavailable.
  • 1 teaspoon Grated Ginger Fresh ginger enhances the dish significantly.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart, until browned and crumbly, about 5–7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion is translucent, about 3–4 minutes.
  4. Add broccoli florets, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and brown sugar, stirring to combine. Cook for 2 minutes.
  5. Pour in beef broth and mix. If desired, add a cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce and simmer until broccoli is tender, about 5–7 minutes.
  6. Stir in sesame oil and grated ginger, adjusting seasoning with salt and pepper as necessary.
  7. Serve hot over fluffy rice or quinoa.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For extra veggie boost, pair with another vegetable side dish.

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