Honey Garlic Ground Beef and Broccoli – A Quick and Flavorful Stir-Fry
If you’re in search of a quick yet delicious dinner idea, look no further than this Honey Garlic Ground Beef and Broccoli stir-fry. Bursting with flavor and ready in just 25 minutes, it’s the perfect solution for busy weeknights. The sweet notes of honey beautifully complement the savory garlic and tender broccoli, making it a family favorite. Serve it over rice or noodles for a complete meal, or enjoy it on its own. This versatile dish is not only easy to prepare but also packed with nutrition, featuring lean beef and vibrant vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (mixed with 2 tbsp water)
- 2 cups cooked rice or noodles (optional)
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, and optional red pepper flakes. Mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry.
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Sauté diced onion for about 2 minutes before adding ground beef. Cook until browned and add garlic for the last 30 seconds.
- Stir in broccoli florets and ¼ cup water; cover and steam for about 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Pour in the honey garlic sauce and let simmer for about 2 minutes. Add cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce.
- Serve over rice or noodles if desired, garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg