Description

This Easy Ground Beef and Broccoli features tender beef and vibrant broccoli tossed in a flavorful sauce. It’s perfect for a quick dinner that’s healthy and satisfying, ideal for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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1 head or 2 crowns broccoli, about 1 pound, cut into small florets
½ cup reduced sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 tablespoon mirin rice wine
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon ginger paste, or fresh minced ginger
4 teaspoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 pound 93% lean ground beef
1 cup coarsely chopped sweet yellow onion, not diced
kosher salt, to taste
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
2 green onions, sliced on the bias
cooked white or brown rice, optional for serving

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Instructions

Place the broccoli in a large skillet and add enough water to reach halfway up the sides. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 2 minutes, until just fork tender. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool, then set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, mirin, honey, garlic, ginger paste, and cornstarch. Set aside.
In the same skillet, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and onion, cooking and breaking up the beef until fully cooked and the onion starts to soften. Drain excess grease and season with salt and pepper.
Add the partially cooked broccoli and stir-fry sauce to the skillet, cooking until the sauce thickens and is well mixed. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions, and serve with rice if desired.

Notes

For a spicier version, add some red pepper flakes or sriracha to the stir-fry sauce.
Feel free to substitute with other vegetables like bell peppers or carrots for a colorful variation.
Ensure to drain the beef well to prevent the dish from being greasy.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 350
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 75mg