Description
This Ground Beef Broccoli Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful dish featuring tender ground beef, vibrant broccoli, and colorful bell peppers in a savory sauce. Ideal for busy weeknights, it’s easy to customize with your favorite vegetables and serves beautifully over rice or noodles. Enjoy a satisfying meal in just 30 minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced (any color you prefer)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup beef broth or water
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for cooking)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice or noodles (for serving)
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients to streamline the cooking process.
- Wash the broccoli florets under cold water and cut them into bite-sized pieces if necessary.
- Slice the onion and bell pepper into thin strips.
- Mince the garlic and ginger, using a microplane for the ginger for a fine texture.
- In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), cornstarch, and beef broth or water to create the sauce mixture.
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
- Once the oil is hot, add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks.
- Cook the beef for 5-7 minutes until browned and no longer pink, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper.
- Remove the cooked beef from the skillet and set aside, draining excess fat if necessary.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil.
- Add the sliced onion and bell pepper, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the broccoli florets and stir to combine. Pour in a splash of water (about 2 tablespoons) and cover the skillet with a lid.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes until the broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp.
- Return the ground beef to the skillet and pour the sauce mixture over the beef and vegetables.
- Stir to coat everything evenly and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Add more broth or water if needed.
- Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more soy sauce or a pinch of sugar if desired.
- Remove from heat and serve the stir fry over cooked rice or noodles.
- Garnish with sesame seeds or sliced green onions if desired.
- Enjoy your delicious homemade ground beef broccoli stir fry!
Notes
- Customize with other vegetables like snap peas, carrots, or mushrooms.
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes or sriracha to the sauce.
- Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a healthier option.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure vegetables sauté rather than steam.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes