Honey Garlic Ground Beef And Broccoli Stir-fry
This Honey Garlic Ground Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry is a quick, flavorful dish that combines savory ground beef with crisp broccoli in a sweet and garlicky sauce. It’s perfect for a busy weeknight dinner that can be prepared in just 25 minutes.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet or wok
- 1 cooking spoon
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 small bowl
- 1 cutting board
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 4 cups broccoli florets fresh or frozen
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup soy sauce low-sodium recommended
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger minced (optional)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for cooking
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- optional cooked rice for serving
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and ginger (if using). Set aside.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until browned and cooked through.
- Drain any excess grease from the skillet if necessary.
- Add the broccoli florets to the skillet with the cooked beef. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes, or until the broccoli is bright green and tender yet crisp.
- Pour the honey garlic sauce over the beef and broccoli, stirring to coat evenly. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce is heated through.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve the stir-fry over cooked rice if desired.
Notes
You can add other vegetables such as bell peppers, carrots, or snap peas for more variety.
For a spicier kick, consider adding red pepper flakes or a splash of sriracha sauce to the honey garlic mixture.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.