Easy Beef and Broccoli with Ground Beef
Easy Beef and Broccoli with Ground Beef is the ultimate quick dinner when you want something hearty, flavorful, and satisfying without the fuss. This recipe transforms basic ground beef into a saucy, takeout-style dish that is both comforting and fast to make. The sauce is a perfect blend of savory soy, rich sesame oil, and just a touch of sweetness from brown sugar, with a little kick of spice from sriracha.
Easy Beef and Broccoli with Ground Beef
Unlike traditional beef and broccoli, which requires marinating and slicing steak, this version uses ground beef for simplicity and speed. The broccoli cooks in the same pan, soaking up all the rich flavors from the sauce and beef. In less than 30 minutes, you can have a complete meal that tastes like your favorite takeout but is made entirely at home.
Ingredients Needed to Make Easy Beef and Broccoli with Ground Beef~
- 1 pound of ground beef
- 1 white onion, diced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated or minced ginger
- 2 1/2 cups broccoli florets
- Sliced scallions and sesame seeds for serving
Notes for Success~
✔️ Use fresh or frozen broccoli: Both work perfectly. If using frozen, no need to thaw first; just cook it for a few extra minutes.
✔️ Adjust spice level: Add more or less sriracha depending on your heat preference.
✔️ Don’t overcook the broccoli: You want it to stay bright green and crisp-tender for the best texture.
✔️ Double the sauce: If you love extra saucy rice bowls, make a little more sauce to drizzle over the top.
🍽️ How to Serve~
- Over Rice: Serve with fluffy jasmine rice or Miso Fried Rice to soak up the savory sauce.
- With Noodles: Serve with Pad Thai Noodles or Spicy Lo Mein noodles for a hearty, satisfying dinner.
- Low-Carb Option: Enjoy with Cauliflower rice or over Miso Brussels and Quinoa for a lighter meal.
- Meal Prep Favorite: Divide into containers with rice or noodles for easy grab-and-go lunches all week.
If you give this Easy Beef and Broccoli with Ground Beef recipe a try tonight, let me know in the comments if it earned a spot in your weeknight rotation!
Easy Beef and Broccoli with Ground Beef
Ingredients
- 1 onion diced
- 1 pound of ground beef
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sriracha adjust to taste
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon grated or minced ginger
- 2 1/2 cups broccoli florets
- Sliced scallions and sesame seeds for serving
Instructions
- Cook the beef: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed.1 pound of ground beef
- Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and sriracha.1/4 cup soy sauce, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 2 teaspoons rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon sriracha
- Add aromatics: Add in the onion and cook 5-6 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and ginger. Cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.1 onion, 2 cloves garlic, 1 teaspoon grated or minced ginger
- Add broccoli: Stir in the broccoli florets and pour the sauce over the beef. Mix everything well.2 1/2 cups broccoli florets
- Simmer: Cover the pan and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender but still crisp and the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Serve: Garnish with sliced scallions and sesame seeds before serving.Sliced scallions and sesame seeds for serving
Notes
✔️ Adjust spice level: Add more or less sriracha depending on your heat preference.
✔️ Don’t overcook the broccoli: You want it to stay bright green and crisp-tender for the best texture.
✔️ Double the sauce: If you love extra saucy rice bowls, make a little more sauce to drizzle over the top.
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