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Ground Beef and Broccoli – Easy, Saucy & 20-Minute Dinner

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Savory, saucy ground beef and broccoli stir-fry in 20 minutes — perfect over rice or noodles for a fast, high-protein dinner.

Ingredients

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1 lb ground beef

3 cups broccoli florets

1 tbsp neutral oil (e.g., avocado or olive oil)

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp fresh grated ginger

1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium)

1 tbsp oyster sauce

1 tbsp brown sugar or honey

1 tsp sesame oil

1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water

Optional: red pepper flakes, green onion, sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Whisk sauce ingredients in a small bowl. Set aside.

  2. Blanch or steam broccoli until just tender. Set aside.

  3. Brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain if needed.

  4. Add garlic and ginger. Stir until fragrant.

  5. Add broccoli and pour in sauce. Stir and cook 2–3 mins until thickened.

  6. Serve over rice, topped with green onions or sesame seeds.

Notes

  • Use tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free version.

  • Store leftovers for 3–4 days or freeze for 1 month.

  • Add more veggies or protein to customize.