Ground Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry
Enjoy your delicious and easy Ground Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry!It's a quick, flavorful meal that's perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger minced
- ¼ cup soy sauce low sodium if preferred
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for a bit of heat
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- Cooked rice or noodles for serving
- Sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce:In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, red pepper flakes (if using), water, and cornstarch. Set aside.
- Cook the Ground Beef:Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add Aromatics:Add the diced onion to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Cook the Broccoli:Add the broccoli florets to the skillet. Stir well to combine with the beef mixture.Pour in the sauce and stir to coat everything evenly. Cover and cook for 5-7 minutes, until the broccoli is tender but still crisp, and the sauce has thickened. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Serve:Serve the ground beef and broccoli stir fry over cooked rice or noodles.Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions for added flavor and presentation.