Ground Beef and Broccoli

This ground beef and broccoli skillet meal is so full of umami and savory flavors that you won’t believe it cooks in just 15 minutes. The bold taste comes from the combination of fresh garlic, green onions, and ginger, all covered in a homemade sauce. It’s an entire meal in one dish!

Prep Time5

Cook Time15

Total Time20

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American, Asian

Servings:

Calories: 254kcal

Author: Tristin - Home Cooked Harvest

Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup low sodium soy sauce
1/2 cup beef broth
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
5 large garlic cloves minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
3 cups fresh broccoli florets small pieces, no stems
1/4 cup water
2 large green onions thinly sliced
sesame seeds for topping, optional

Instructions

Set a large pan over medium-high heat. Once the pan is hot add in the ground beef. Cook for 5 minutes, breaking up the meat.
While the beef is cooking, stir together the soy sauce, broth, brown sugar, cornstarch, and rice vinegar in a small bowl. Set aside.
Push the browned meat over to the side and add in the ginger and garlic. Cook for 1 minute, then mix in with the beef. Drain any extra grease.
Add in the broccoli and the water. Cover and steam for 2 minutes, just until the broccoli turns bright green.
Uncover the pot, add the sauce, and bring it to a gentle simmer. Cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring often, until the sauce slightly thickens and the broccoli is tender. Salt and pepper as needed.
Serve on rice or noodles. Sprinkle with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

Make it spicy: Add a teaspoon of sriracha, chili garlic sauce, or crushed red pepper flakes to the sauce for a kick of heat that balances the sweetness.
Swap the protein: Try this recipe with ground turkey, chicken, or pork for a lighter option, or crumbled tofu for a vegetarian twist.
Add extra veggies: Toss in sliced bell peppers, snap peas, or shredded carrots for more color and crunch. It’s an easy way to use up whatever's in the fridge.
It will last 3 days in an airtight container in the fridge.

* Please note that all nutrition information are just estimates. Values will vary among brands, so we encourage you to calculate these on your own for most accurate results.

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