Description
Hearty Ground Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry brings savory Asian-inspired flavors to your dinner table. Quick and nutritious ingredients combine for a satisfying meal that delivers robust taste and balanced nutrition in minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (1 lb) ground beef
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1/4 cup beef broth
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Thickener and Garnishes:
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Sliced green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat sesame oil in a spacious skillet over medium-high temperature, then introduce ground beef and crumble while cooking until achieving a rich, caramel-brown color. Eliminate any excess rendering.
- Incorporate finely minced onions, aromatic garlic, and zesty ginger into the beef, sautéing until the mixture releases an enticing fragrance.
- Pour in complementary liquids: soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, and savory beef broth. Allow the mixture to gently simmer, melding flavors for approximately 3 minutes.
- Carefully fold crisp broccoli florets into the skillet, covering to steam until they transform into a vibrant emerald green and reach a tender-crisp consistency, roughly 4-5 minutes.
- Create a cornstarch slurry and introduce it to the pan, stirring continuously to develop a glossy, luxurious sauce that elegantly clings to the meat and vegetables.
- Elevate the dish’s complexity by sprinkling red pepper flakes, and delicately season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper to personal preference.
- Finish the preparation by scattering toasted sesame seeds and delicately sliced green onions across the surface. Serve atop fluffy rice or enjoy as a robust, protein-packed standalone dish.
Notes
- Select lean ground beef to reduce excess fat and create a healthier dish while maintaining rich flavor.
- Toast sesame seeds beforehand to enhance their nutty aroma and provide deeper, more complex taste profile.
- Chop broccoli into uniform sizes to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the meal.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce for individuals watching salt intake, maintaining delicious flavor without excessive sodium.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg