Description
This quick and flavorful Korean Ground Beef and Broccoli stir-fry combines savory beef with crisp broccoli in a sweet and tangy sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights when you want something delicious without spending hours in the kitchen. The balanced combination of soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and ginger creates an authentic Korean-inspired flavor that the whole family will love. Serve it over steamed rice for a complete and satisfying meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Sesame seeds for garnish
- Cooked rice for serving
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add the minced garlic and ginger to the skillet, stirring for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes (if using). Pour this sauce over the cooked beef and stir to combine.
- Add the broccoli florets to the skillet, stirring to coat them in the sauce. Cover the skillet and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender but still crisp.
- Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve over cooked rice for a complete meal.
Notes
- For a spicier version, increase the amount of red pepper flakes or add a tablespoon of gochujang (Korean chili paste).
- This dish can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a lower-carb option, serve over cauliflower rice instead of regular rice.
- You can substitute ground chicken or turkey for the beef if preferred.
- Add other vegetables like sliced carrots or bell peppers for extra color and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Korean beef, ground beef recipe, broccoli stir-fry, easy dinner, weeknight meal, Asian-inspired