ground beef and broccoli recipes
This quick and healthy ground beef and broccoli stir-fry is perfect for busy weeknight dinners. Packed with protein and vibrant veggies, it takes less than 30 minutes to prepare and cook, making it a delicious and efficient meal option.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet or wok
- 1 cooking spoon
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 knife and cutting board
- 1 bowl for mixing sauce
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 cups broccoli florets About 360 g.
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ½ cup beef broth 120 ml.
- salt and pepper To taste.
- cooked white or brown rice For serving.
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the minced garlic and ginger to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking it apart with a spoon until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in the broccoli florets and cook for 3-4 minutes until they are bright green and tender.
- In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, and beef broth until smooth.
- Pour the sauce over the beef and broccoli mixture, stirring to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot over cooked rice.
Notes
Feel free to add other vegetables such as bell peppers or snap peas for extra color and nutrients.
For a low-carb option, consider serving it over cauliflower rice instead of regular rice.
Adjust the level of soy sauce based on your salt preference.