This Ground Beef & Broccoli Stir-Fry is a quick and delicious one-pan meal made with lean ground beef, crisp-tender broccoli florets, and sautéed onions and garlic.
Follow these steps to create a delicious honey garlic beef and broccoli dish.
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes (if you're using them).
In a separate small cup, mix cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry. Set both the sauce and the slurry aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until it softens.
Next, add the ground beef and cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart with a spatula until it's browned and fully cooked. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until it's fragrant.
Add the broccoli florets to the skillet with the beef. Stir everything well to combine.
Pour ¼ cup of water into the pan, cover it with a lid, and let the broccoli steam for 3-4 minutes until it's tender but still crisp.
Give the prepared honey garlic sauce a quick stir, then pour it over the beef and broccoli. Stir everything together and let it simmer for 2 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Add the cornstarch slurry, stirring continuously for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Remove the skillet from the heat and let it sit for a minute to allow the sauce to settle. Serve your honey garlic beef and broccoli over steamed rice, quinoa, or noodles.
Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions for extra flavor.
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Recipe Tips
Make sure the lid fits tight over your pan. This traps steam and helps the broccoli cook faster and more evenly without drying out the stir-fry, keeping the dish juicy and flavorful with a perfect tender-crisp texture.
Keyword asian stir fry, Ground Beef Broccoli Stir-Fry