Ground Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

Ground Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

from skinnytaste.com
13 min
4 servings

This easy Ground Beef and Broccoli stir-fry is perfect when you need a quick weeknight dinner!

Ingredients

  • ½ cup reduced sodium soy sauce (or gluten-free tamari)
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 1-inch piece fresh ginger (peeled and grated)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • ½ tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 pound ground beef (93% lean )
  • ½ medium yellow onion (chopped)
  • 1 large head broccoli (cut into florets and blanched*)
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 3 medium scallions (sliced on the bias)
  • cooked rice (or cauliflower rice, for serving (optional))

Directions

  1. 1

    In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and cornstarch. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Add the sesame oil to a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef and onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until the meat is just about cooked through, about 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Pour in the reserved sauce, stir to combine, and cook for 1 minute. Add the broccoli and cook for 1 more minute.

  4. 4

    Divide mixture evenly among 4 plates or shallow bowls, layering rice first, if using.

  5. 5

    Top each with sesame seeds and scallions.