Description
This Honey Garlic Ground Beef and Broccoli recipe is a quick and flavorful stir-fry that combines savory ground beef, fresh broccoli, and a sweet-savory honey garlic sauce. Perfect for a wholesome weeknight dinner, it pairs beautifully with steamed rice to create a balanced and satisfying meal in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 3 cloves (about 9 g) garlic, minced
- 1 cup (150 g) white onion, chopped
- 3 cups (270 g) broccoli florets, chopped small
Protein
- 1 lb (454 g) lean ground beef
Sauce
- 1 cup (240 ml) honey garlic sauce
Carbohydrates
- 4 cups (640 g) cooked rice, to serve
Oil
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a medium skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped onion, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic releases its aroma, about 1–2 minutes.
- Cook Ground Beef: Add the lean ground beef to the skillet. Break it apart with a spatula and cook until it is no longer pink, approximately 3–4 minutes.
- Cook Broccoli: Stir in the chopped broccoli florets. Continue cooking for 3–4 minutes until the broccoli is crisp-tender and can be pierced easily with a fork.
- Add Sauce: Pour the honey garlic sauce evenly over the beef and broccoli mixture. Stir well to coat all the ingredients. Cook for an additional 1–2 minutes until the sauce is heated through and the broccoli reaches your desired tenderness.
- Serve: Spoon cooked rice into serving bowls and top with the honey garlic ground beef and broccoli mixture. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute brown rice or cauliflower rice for a healthier option.
- Adjust the amount of honey garlic sauce if you prefer a stronger or milder flavor.
- To make it lower in fat, use extra-lean ground beef or ground turkey.
- Ensure not to overcook broccoli to maintain its vibrant color and crunch.
- This recipe can be easily doubled for larger groups.
