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Delicious ground beef with broccoli served on a plate

Ground Beef and Broccoli

A quick and delicious meal that combines flavorful ground beef with crisp-tender broccoli in a delectable sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef Use lean ground beef for a healthier option.
  • 3 cups broccoli florets Fresh or frozen broccoli can be used.
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil For cooking the ground beef.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Freshly minced garlic is recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced Add more for a stronger flavor.
Sauce Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce Low sodium soy sauce can be substituted.
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce For added richness.
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch To thicken the sauce.
  • 1/2 cup beef broth Vegetable broth can be used for a lighter option.
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil For finishing flavor.
Seasoning
  • to taste Salt and pepper Adjust according to preference.
For Serving
  • as needed Cooked rice or noodles To serve the dish over.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a pot of boiling water, blanch the broccoli florets for 2 minutes, then transfer them to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the vegetable oil. Once hot, add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. In a bowl, mix the soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, and beef broth until well combined. Pour this mixture into the skillet with the beef. Stir to coat evenly.
  4. Add the prepared broccoli to the skillet, tossing everything together. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
  5. Drizzle the sesame oil over the mixture and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serving
  1. Serve the beef and broccoli over rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Notes

Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas to enhance the dish even more.