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Honey Garlic Ground Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry

Honey Garlic Ground Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry is the ultimate weeknight comfort food! This quick and flavorful dish combines tender ground beef with vibrant broccoli and a sweet-savory honey garlic sauce. Perfect for busy nights, it comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an easy family favorite that everyone will love. Serve it over rice or noodles for a complete meal that’s both satisfying and visually appealing.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
  • 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients by chopping broccoli and mincing garlic and ginger.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef for about 5-7 minutes until no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
  3. Add minced garlic and ginger to the skillet, stirring until fragrant (about 1 minute). Then add broccoli florets and cook until bright green and tender-crisp.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, and cornstarch until smooth. Pour this mixture over the beef and broccoli.
  5. Simmer on medium heat for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving over rice or noodles.
  • Author: Ashley Adams
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Stir-frying
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 16g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 19g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: - Feel free to substitute ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based alternatives. - For added crunch, toss in snap peas or bell peppers. - If you prefer a spicier kick, sprinkle some chili flakes on before serving.