Quick and Healthy Ground Beef and Broccoli Recipe for a Flavorful Meal
A hearty Asian-inspired dish combining tender ground beef and crisp broccoli with umami-rich soy sauce, garlic, and ginger. Simple, versatile, and packed with bold flavor for a quick weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Total Time: 30
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: quick
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
1 lb 90% lean ground beef
1 head (6-8 oz) broccoli florets
2 tbsp olive oil
3 garlic cloves (minced)
1 tbsp freshly grated ginger
2 1/2 tbsp tamari or low-sodium soy sauce
1 tbsp coconut aminos (optional)
1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 tsp sesame oil (for finishing)
Instructions
Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Cook ground beef in olive oil until mostly browned, 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat, but retain enough for sautéing.
Sauté garlic and ginger in remaining fat until fragrant. Pour in broth and scrape browned bits from the pan with a wooden spoon.
Add broccoli and soy sauce, cover, and steam 1-2 minutes until tender.
Mix cornstarch with 2 tbsp broth, then whisk into the skillet until sauce thickens and glazes the beef and broccoli. Finish with sesame oil.
Notes
Cut broccoli into small florets for faster cooking. Substitute 1 lb lean ground turkey or firm tofu for a vegetarian version. Add 1 tsp cumin and oregano for Tex-Mex flavor or 1 tbsp rice vinegar for tang. Avoid overcooking broccoli to prevent toughness. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg