This Stir Fry Ground Beef and Broccoli recipe is one of my favorites for busy weeknights. Serve it over cauliflower rice or by itself for a meal that’s fast, easy and delicious.
Ingredients:
1 Tablespoon peanut oil, can sub vegetable or olive
3 cups broccoli florets, washed and patted dry
1 lb. ground beef
1 yellow onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
Salt/White Pepper, to taste
Sauce
2 Tablespoons cornstarch, + 2 tablespoons cold water
1 cup beef broth
1/4 cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons honey
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
For Serving
3 cups cooked rice, any kind
Instructions:
Prep Work
Combine cornstarch + 2 Tablespoons water in a covered container and shake to combine. Place in a cool location.
Combine remaining sauce ingredients in a medium bowl and set aside.
Cook the Broccoli
Heat the oil over medium heat. Add the broccoli and toss to coat. Cook for 4-5 minutes, until slightly softened. Remove and set aside.
Cook the Beef
Season the beef with salt/white pepper if desired. Cook and crumble the ground beef and diced onions over medium-high heat until browned and cooked through. Drain grease. Add sliced bell peppers and cook for 1 minute.
Add the Sauce
Add sauce mixture and bring to a gentle boil. Let it simmer/reduce for 2-3 minutes. Shake the cornstarch mixture, then slowly stir it into the sauce. Let it continue to bubble gently until desired thickness is obtained.
Add the Broccoli Back
Reduce heat to low. Add broccoli back and stir to combine and heat through. Garnish with green onions and serve over rice! *See notes for my process on making perfectly cooked, flavorful rice.
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