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 mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Asian-Inspired
Servings 4 servings
Calories 342 kcal
- 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
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.
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