Description
This Honey Garlic Ground Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry is a quick and flavorful dish perfect for weeknight dinners. Featuring tender ground beef and crisp broccoli in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, this stir-fry combines easy preparation with delicious Asian-inspired flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s ideal served over rice or noodles for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cups broccoli florets
For the Sauce
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
For Cooking
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons ginger, minced
Instructions
- Heat the Pan: Heat a large pan or skillet over medium-high heat to prepare for cooking the beef.
- Warm Olive Oil: Add olive oil to the pan and let it warm for about 30 seconds to prevent sticking and add flavor.
- Cook Ground Beef: Add ground beef to the pan, breaking it up with a spatula, and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and fully cooked.
- Prepare Broccoli: While beef cooks, wash and cut broccoli into bite-sized florets.
- Set Beef Aside: Remove cooked beef from the pan and set aside to make space for the broccoli.
- Heat Sesame Oil: In the same pan, add sesame oil and heat for 30 seconds to enhance flavor for the aromatics.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add minced garlic and ginger, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant to build the sauce base.
- Cook Broccoli: Add broccoli florets and stir for 3-4 minutes until broccoli becomes tender but still crisp.
- Mix Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, cornstarch, water, and crushed red pepper flakes if desired, creating a balanced sauce.
- Combine Beef and Broccoli: Return cooked ground beef to the pan with the broccoli, preparing to coat both with the sauce.
- Add Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce over beef and broccoli.
- Cook with Sauce: Stir together and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and evenly coat the beef and broccoli.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the stir-fry and adjust seasoning if needed, ensuring balanced flavors.
- Serve: Serve the honey garlic ground beef and broccoli stir-fry over rice or noodles if desired for a complete meal.
- Enjoy Your Meal: Dig in and enjoy your delicious homemade stir-fry!
Notes
- You can omit the crushed red pepper flakes if you prefer a milder dish.
- For gluten-free option, substitute soy sauce with tamari or a gluten-free soy sauce.
- Serve with steamed rice, quinoa, or noodles according to your preference.
- Fresh garlic and ginger provide the best flavor, but powders can be used in a pinch.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stove.
