Easy Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry

A classic favorite, this quick stir-fry combines savory ground beef and tender broccoli florets in a simple garlic-soy sauce, served over fluffy rice.

• Prep: 10 min
• Cook: 15 min
• Total: 25 min
• Servings: 3
• Cuisine: Chinese
• Difficulty: Easy
• Cost: $4.12/serving

Dietary

• Dairy-Free
• Nut-Free
• Egg-Free
• High-Protein

Tags

• quick
• stir-fry
• healthy
• savory

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound ground beef (80/20 lean)
• 2 garlic cloves (minced)
• 3 cup broccoli florets
• 0.5 cup water
• 0.25 cup soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1 cup white rice (microwaveable)

Instructions

1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound ground beef and cook, breaking it apart, until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
2. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add 3 cups broccoli florets and 1/4 cup water to the skillet. Cover and steam for 3-5 minutes, until broccoli is tender-crisp.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon cornstarch. Pour the sauce over the beef and broccoli. Stir until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients, about 2-3 minutes.
5. While the stir-fry cooks, prepare 1 cup microwaveable white rice according to package directions. Serve the beef and broccoli stir-fry over the rice.

Notes

For a bit of heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the garlic.

Nutrition (per serving)

• Calories: 630
• Protein: 37.8 g
• Carbohydrates: 44.5 g
• Fat: 34.7 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sodium: 1450 mg
• Saturated Fat: 12.5 g
• Sugar: 7.5 g
• Cholesterol: 120 mg