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Ground Beef and Broccoli: Quick, Flavorful Recipes for Any Day
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Ground Beef and Broccoli Quick Stir-Fry

A harmonious blend of tender ground beef and crisp broccoli in a glossy soy-garlic-honey sauce. This American-Asian fusion dish is perfect for weeknight meals, offering bold flavor and nutritional balance.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: American/Asian Fusion
Calories: 310
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Peanut oil - 1 Tablespoon
  • Broccoli florets - 3 cups
  • Ground beef (85% lean sirloin) - 1 lb.
  • Yellow onion, diced - 1
  • Red bell pepper, sliced - 1
  • Beef broth (low-sodium) - 1 cup
  • Soy sauce - 1/4 cup
  • Ginger, grated - 1 teaspoon
  • Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
  • Cornstarch - 2 tablespoons
  • Honey - 1 tablespoon
  • Brown sugar - 2 tablespoons
  • Green onions, sliced - 2 tablespoons (optional garnish)

Method
 

  1. Heat 1 Tbsp peanut oil in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat
  2. Brown beef until evenly cooked; drain excess fat
  3. Add diced onion and bell pepper, stir-fry for 3-4 minutes
  4. Stir in broccoli florets and cook 2-3 minutes until slightly softened
  5. Whisk together broth, soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, cornstarch, ginger, and garlic
  6. Pour sauce mixture over beef and vegetables, stirring constantly
  7. Cook 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and broth is absorbed
  8. Garnish with green onions before serving

Notes

Frozen broccoli works if thawed and patted dry
Adjust sweetness by increasing/decreasing liquid sweetener
Leftovers keep for 3-4 days in airtight container
Substitute with cauliflower rice for a paleo option