Description
This Honey Garlic Ground Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry is a quick and flavorful weeknight meal that combines tender ground beef and crisp broccoli in a delicious homemade honey garlic sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is perfect served over rice or noodles and garnished with sesame seeds and green onions for an added crunch and freshness.
Ingredients
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Proteins and Vegetables
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, sliced
Sauce
- â…“ cup soy sauce (low sodium)
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Other Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (mixed with 2 tbsp water)
- ¼ cup water (for steaming broccoli)
- 2 cups cooked rice or noodles
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes to create the honey garlic sauce. In a separate small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to form a slurry and set aside for later use.
- Cook the Ground Beef: Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté diced onion for about 2 minutes until softened. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds to release its aroma.
- Add the Broccoli: Add the broccoli florets to the pan and pour in ¼ cup of water. Cover the pan with a lid and steam the broccoli for 3 to 4 minutes until it is tender but still crisp, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Pour the Sauce: Stir the prepared honey garlic sauce into the pan with the beef and broccoli. Let the mixture simmer for 2 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Then add the cornstarch slurry and stir continuously until the sauce thickens to a glossy coating.
- Serve: Remove the stir-fry from heat and serve hot over cooked rice or noodles. Garnish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and sliced green onions for added flavor and texture.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, increase the amount of red pepper flakes according to taste.
- Use low sodium soy sauce to control the saltiness of the dish.
- Adding water to steam the broccoli helps keep it vibrant and crisp-tender.
- Ground turkey or chicken can be substituted for beef for a lighter option.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the best texture and flavor.
