Ground Beef and Broccoli
Recipe from Two Peas and Their Pod
Quick, EASY Ground Beef and Broccoli perfect for busy weeknights. Tender broccoli, savory ground beef, and a flavorful sauce make this a family favorite.
Servings: 4
Calories: 333kcal
Ingredients
For the sauce:
- 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
- 3 tablespoons beef broth
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 (1-inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and minced
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- Dash of crushed red pepper flakes
For the beef and broccoli:
- 1 head broccoli, cut into florets (about 4 cups)
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil or olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 yellow onion, chopped
- Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
For Serving:
- Sesame seeds and sliced green onions, for garnish
- Cooked rice or noodles, for serving
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the soy sauce, beef broth, garlic, honey, vinegar, cornstarch, ginger, sesame oil, and crushed red pepper flakes. Whisk until smooth and set aside.
- Place the broccoli florets and water in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cover with a lid and steam until the broccoli is bright green and just tender, about 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer the broccoli florets to a plate.
- Using the same skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and onion and cook until the beef is no longer pink and nicely browned, breaking it up as it cooks, about 5–7 minutes. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. When it’s done cooking, drain off excess fat, if necessary.
- Reduce the heat to low. Pour the sauce over the beef mixture and cook for another few minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and evenly coats the meat. Add the cooked broccoli to the skillet and stir until everything is well combined.
- Remove from heat and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions, if using. Serve with rice or noodles, if desired.
Notes
- Steaming broccoli first keeps it crisp-tender and bright green.
- Ground beef makes this recipe quick, budget-friendly, and great for weeknights.
- Adjust the sauce to taste, add more honey for sweetness or red pepper flakes for a little heat.
- Serve over rice or noodles to soak up all the flavorful sauce.
- Make ahead: the sauce and cooked beef can be prepared in advance; just combine with steamed broccoli when ready to serve.
- Storage: keeps well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of water or broth if the sauce thickens.
Nutrition
Calories: 333kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 81mg | Sodium: 823mg | Potassium: 869mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 947IU | Vitamin C: 137mg | Calcium: 105mg | Iron: 4mg