Description
Looking for a fast, flavorful, and family-friendly dinner idea? This Ground Beef and Broccoli recipe is your answer. Juicy ground beef and crisp-tender broccoli come together in a savory garlic-ginger soy sauce that clings perfectly to every bite. It’s a quick dinner, easy recipe, and one-pan meal that’s perfect for weeknight cooking, healthy food ideas, and even meal prep. Serve it over rice or your favorite noodles and enjoy a better-than-takeout experience at home.
Ingredients
1 pound ground beef
3 cups broccoli florets
1/3 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 cup water or beef broth
2 green onions, chopped
1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
2 cups cooked white rice
Instructions
1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula. Drain excess fat if needed.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, cornstarch, and water (or broth) until smooth. Set aside.
3. Steam or blanch the broccoli until bright green and tender-crisp, about 2–3 minutes. Drain and set aside.
4. Return the broccoli to the skillet with the cooked beef. Pour in the sauce and stir to coat everything evenly. Simmer for 2–3 minutes, until the sauce thickens.
5. Turn off the heat and stir in chopped green onions. Serve hot over cooked white rice. Top with sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
For extra sauce, double the sauce ingredients and add a bit more cornstarch to maintain thickness.
Use low-sodium soy sauce to keep the sodium level in check.
Frozen broccoli can be used in a pinch—just thaw and pat dry before adding.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-pan / skillet
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 950
- Fat: 23
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Unsaturated Fat: 14
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 24
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 28
- Cholesterol: 80
Keywords: easy dinner, quick recipe, one-pan meal, healthy beef recipe, meal prep, food ideas