Name: Ground Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American, Asian
Ingredients: 1 cup water; 6 tablespoons lower-sodium soy sauce; 3 tablespoons packed light brown sugar; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger (from 1-inch piece); 2 teaspoons unseasoned rice vinegar; 3 tablespoons neutral oil (such as canola), divided; 12 ounces (about 5 1/4 cups) fresh broccoli florets; 1 pound 90/10 lean ground beef; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds (optional); 2 green onions, thinly sliced (optional); Steamed white rice, for serving

Ground Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

This 30-minute, easy, affordable ground beef and broccoli stir fry is a weeknight win, especially when served with rice.

30 min total 10 min prep 20 min cook 4 546 cal

Instructions

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1 Whisk together the water, soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, garlic, ginger, and rice vinegar in a medium bowl until combined and the sugar is dissolved. Set aside.
2 Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high until shimmering. Add the broccoli and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender-crisp and blackened in spots, 6 to 7 minutes. Transfer broccoli to a large bowl; set aside.
3 Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil to the skillet. Add the ground beef and sprinkle with salt. Cook, stirring occasionally to break the meat into crumbles, until browned, about 5 minutes. Add the sauce. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring constantly, until sauce thickens slightly and flavors meld, about 3 minutes.
4 Return the broccoli to the skillet and cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce has thickened and evenly coats meat and vegetables, about 3 minutes. Top with sesame seeds and green onions (if using). Serve over steamed white rice. Love the recipe? Leave us stars and a comment below!