This Asian Ground Beef and Broccoli recipe is an easy and delicious dinner that the whole family will love! It's made with simple, accessible ingredients that come together for an easy weeknight dinner. Juicy ground beef and tender veggies all smothered in a savory sauce. This easy ground beef recipe comes together in right around 20 minutes! It's quick, tasty, and perfect for busy weeknights.
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I love a good steak recipe (hello garlic steak bites) but this recipe is much more affordable and is loaded with fresh vegetables.
If you enjoy this recipe, be sure to check out my shrimp and chicken fried rice. Another easy Asian-inspired dinner recipe perfect for busy weeknights.
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📖Why My Recipe Works
- Budget Friendly. No expensive, specialty ingredients like chili paste, steak, etc. This recipe utilizes ingredients that are simple and accessible to everyone.
- One Pan. Who doesn't love an easy recipe that also requires very little cleanup?
- Healthy. Plenty of good-for-you protein and nutrients from the beef, plus the healthy, colorful blend of veggies. Tasty and healthy!
- Fast. Not just a 30 minute meal but a 20 minute meal! Truly one easy dinner recipe.
🧾Ingredient Notes
- Oil - We're using a mix of vegetable oil and sesame oil for this recipe. You can also use olive oil or avocado oil if you prefer.
- Broccoli - I recommend fresh broccoli for this recipe. In a pinch, you can use frozen broccoli, just thaw it first and add just to warm once everything else is combined.
- Pepper - I usually use red bell pepper, but you can use another variety or even a combination of bell peppers if preferred.
- Onion - I love the flavor of white onion in this recipe, but yellow onion will work too.
- Ground Beef - You will need 1 pound of ground beef for this recipe. I recommend an extra lean ground beef to prevent your dish from being too oily. If you use fattier beef, you may need to drain some of the excess oil after cooking. You can also use ground turkey or ground chicken.
- Garnishes - You can finish your dish off with a sprinkle of sesame seeds, cilantro, and/or green onions.
- Stir Fry Sauce - We're making a simple yet flavorful stir fry sauce with a combination of beef broth, Use tamari soy sauce for gluten free.
- Garlic-I do prefer fresh garlic in this recipe over garlic powder. You can use low-sodium soy sauce, if preferred.
⏲️How to Make Stir Fry Ground Beef and Broccoli
Sauté the Veggies
Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of sesame oil over medium-high heat in a skillet. Add in the broccoli and bell pepper and cook until fork-tender. Transfer to a plate.
Brown the Beef
In the same pan, add additional oil, then stir in the onions. Cook for a couple of minutes, then add in the ground beef. Cook until browned.
Add the Sauce
In a small bowl, combine all of the sauce ingredients, then add that to the pan with the ground beef mixture.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until thickened, then stir in the veggies. Toss everything to coat it well, sprinkle with the garnishes of your choice, then serve as desired.
🥗How to Serve Broccoli and Ground Beef
My favorite way to serve this easy ground beef with broccoli is over a pile of white rice or brown rice. If you have leftover sushi rice, you can use that as well. As a starter, I like to serve this Chinese salt and pepper shrimp recipe or my rice paper dumplings with gyoza sauce.
👩🏻🍳Jen's Testing Notes
- Using frozen broccoli? Let it thaw completely and do not sauté. Instead, add the red pepper with the onions and beef, brown the beef, add the sauce, then add in the thawed broccoli. Simmer until it's heated through.
- Use another meat. Try swapping the ground beef out for any ground meat of your choice. Ground turkey, ground pork, or ground chicken are all great options.
- Add other veggies. Feel free to add in whatever stir fry veggies you like! Try snap peas, baby corn, water chestnuts, green beans, you name it.
🌡️Storing Leftovers
Leftover ground beef with broccoli can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
To reheat, warm on low on the stove or in the microwave until heated through.
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💬 Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recipe gluten-free?
This recipe is gluten-free when tamari (gluten-free soy sauce) is used in place of regular soy sauce.
Can I use ground ginger instead of fresh ginger?
Yes, use a ¼ teaspoon of ground ginger. However, I do think that fresh grated ginger has a significantly better flavor.
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Easy Ground Beef and Broccoli
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 Tablespoons vegetable oil
- 12 ounces fresh broccoli florets
- 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
- 1 cup white onion diced
- 1 lb ground beef
- sesame seeds cilantro, and green onions for garnish
Stir Fry Sauce
- 1 Tablespoon sesame oil
- ½ cup beef broth
- 3 Tablespoons tamari soy sauce or regular soy sauce if not gluten-free
- 1 Tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 cloves garlic finely minced
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ginger grated
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- In a large skillet heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the broccoli and bell pepper. Saute the vegetables for 5 to 7 minutes stirring occasionally. Once they are fork-tender but still crisp move to a plate.1 Tablespoon sesame oil, 2 Tablespoons vegetable oil, 12 ounces fresh broccoli florets, 1 red bell pepper
- While the vegetables cook, whisk together the stir-fry sauce ingredients including the remaining sesame oil, and set aside.½ cup beef broth, 3 Tablespoons tamari soy sauce, 1 Tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 Tablespoon cornstarch, 2 cloves garlic, 2 teaspoons brown sugar, 1 teaspoon ginger, ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, 1 Tablespoon sesame oil
- Add more oil to the pan if necessary. Add the onions and saute for 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften. Add the ground beef. Brown the ground beef, breaking it up into chunks with a fork.1 cup white onion, 1 lb ground beef
- Add the sauce and bring to a simmer. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the sauce begins to thicken. Stir in the vegetables and toss to coat in the sauce. Serve with a sprinkle of sesame seeds.sesame seeds
MARVINA says
How about flank steak?
Tina says
Whole family loved it!
Trish says
Delicious! My husband made this for dinner and it made great next day leftovers. Came together quickly, too!
Jen Wooster says
Fantastic!