Ground Beef and Broccoli
This ground beef and broccoli stir-fry is a quick and satisfying dish perfect for busy weeknights. The savory flavors combined with tender broccoli make it a delicious and nutritious meal.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet or wok
- 1 cutting board
- 1 spatula
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 cups broccoli florets Adjust the amount based on your preference.
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ¼ cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- to taste salt and pepper
- for serving cooked rice or noodles
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the ground beef to the pan, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the broccoli florets to the skillet. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes, or until the broccoli is vibrant green and tender-crisp.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, and beef broth until smooth. Pour this sauce over the beef and broccoli.
- Stir to combine, and let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Drizzle with sesame oil and season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat.
- Serve the stir-fry over cooked rice or noodles.
- For added flavor, you can sprinkle sesame seeds on top before serving.
- Feel free to add other vegetables such as bell peppers or carrots for extra nutrition.
Notes
For added flavor, you can sprinkle sesame seeds on top before serving.
Adjust the broccoli amount based on your preference; more or less can be added without affecting the dish.
This stir-fry is versatile; feel free to add other vegetables such as bell peppers or carrots for extra nutrition.