Honey Garlic Ground Beef and Broccoli Recipe
A quick and flavorful Honey Garlic Ground Beef and Broccoli stir-fry that combines tender ground beef, crisp broccoli, and a sweet-savory honey garlic sauce. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner served over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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For the Stir-Fry:
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
For the Honey Garlic Sauce:
- ⅓ cup soy sauce (low sodium)
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (mixed with 2 tbsp water)
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
For Serving (Optional):
- 2 cups cooked rice or noodles
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes if using. Mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry and set both aside.
- Cook the Ground Beef: Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion for about 2 minutes until slightly softened. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the Broccoli: Stir in the broccoli florets and pour in ¼ cup of water. Cover the pan with a lid and steam the broccoli for 3 to 4 minutes, until it becomes tender but still crisp.
- Pour the Sauce: Pour the prepared honey garlic sauce into the pan and let it simmer for 2 minutes to meld the flavors. Add the cornstarch slurry and stir continuously until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and broccoli evenly.
- Serve: Remove the pan from the heat. Serve the honey garlic beef and broccoli over cooked rice or noodles, then garnish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and sliced green onions for extra flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use low sodium soy sauce to control salt levels in the dish.
- For extra spice, increase the red pepper flakes or add fresh chili.
- Make sure not to overcook the broccoli to maintain a crisp texture.
- Cornstarch slurry is crucial for thickening the sauce evenly.
- Can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
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