Description
A quick and flavorful Ground Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry that is perfect for a busy weeknight. This Asian-inspired dish features tender beef, crisp broccoli, and a savory sauce that pairs perfectly with steamed white rice. Customize with your favorite veggies and enjoy a delicious homemade stir fry in just minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Stir Fry:
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
For the Sauce:
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 cup beef broth or water
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
For Serving:
- Cooked white rice
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok. Cook the ground beef until browned, then set aside.
- Prepare the Broccoli: In the same pan, stir-fry the broccoli until crisp-tender. Add garlic and ginger, cook until fragrant.
- Make the Sauce: Whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, cornstarch, beef broth, brown sugar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes.
- Combine Ingredients: Return beef to the pan, pour in the sauce, and stir well. Cook until the sauce thickens.
- Serve: Enjoy the stir fry hot over cooked rice.
Notes
- You can use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
- Customize with bell peppers, snap peas, or carrots.
- Adjust spice level by adding or omitting red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
