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Easy Ground Beef And Broccoli recipe Quick

Ground Beef and Broccoli

Emily
This easy ground beef and broccoli stir-fry is a quick, flavorful dinner packed with protein and veggies. A savory soy-garlic sauce coats tender beef and crisp broccoli — ready in under 30 minutes!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Asian-Inspired
Servings 4 servings
Calories 342 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup beef broth or water
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil (or olive oil)
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated (optional)
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 2 cups cooked white rice, for serving

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, and beef broth. Set aside.
  • In a large skillet, heat sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
  • Add diced onion and minced garlic to the beef. Cook for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and softened.
  • Add broccoli florets and the prepared sauce. Stir to coat everything evenly. Cover and simmer for about 5–6 minutes, until broccoli is tender and sauce has thickened.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or more soy sauce as needed.
  • Serve warm over cooked rice. Garnish with sesame seeds or green onions if desired.

Notes

Serve over white or brown rice for a complete meal. Adjust soy sauce or brown sugar to taste. You can also use ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option. For a bit of heat, add red pepper flakes or sriracha.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 342 kcal
Total Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 70mg
Sodium: 680mg
Total Carbohydrates: 18g
Dietary Fiber: 2g
Sugars: 13g
Protein: 24g
Keyword beef and broccoli, broccoli, ground beef, Quick Dinner, stir fry