Ground Beef And Broccoli Stir Fry
This Ground Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry is a quick and nutritious dish, combining flavorful beef with tender broccoli for a delicious meal. Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s both satisfying and easy to make.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet or wok
- 1 cutting board
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 wooden spoon or spatula
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 4 cups broccoli florets About 2 heads.
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch Mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry).
- to taste salt and pepper
- cooked rice or noodles For serving.
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the sliced onion and sauté for about 2 minutes until it begins to soften.
- Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the ground beef to the pan, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Once the beef is cooked through, drain excess grease if necessary. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add the broccoli florets to the skillet and stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until they turn bright green and are tender but still crisp.
- Pour in the soy sauce and oyster sauce, stirring to coat the beef and broccoli evenly.
- Add the cornstarch slurry to the pan and stir until the sauce thickens, about 1 minute. Remove from heat.
- Serve hot over cooked rice or noodles.
Notes
For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes or a dash of sriracha.
You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter dish.
Add other vegetables such as bell peppers or snap peas for variety.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.