Description
This Ground Beef Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful Asian-inspired dish featuring tender ground beef cooked with vibrant vegetables and a savory, slightly sweet sauce. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner, it combines lean beef, fresh broccoli, bell peppers, and onions, all coated in a rich stir fry sauce made from beef broth, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and toasted sesame oil. Serve it hot over rice or noodles for a satisfying meal that comes together in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Stir Fry Sauce
- 1 1/2 cups low sodium beef broth
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (Bragg liquid aminos used)
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar, maple syrup, or honey
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 5 large garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
Stir Fry
- 1 pound extra lean ground beef
- 1 large white onion, thinly sliced
- 2 large sweet bell peppers, coarsely chopped
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon oil (for frying)
- 2 tablespoons green onion, finely chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the stir fry sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the low sodium beef broth, soy sauce, cornstarch, brown sugar (or substitute sweetener), toasted sesame oil, minced garlic, and minced ginger until smooth. Set aside.
- Cook the ground beef: Preheat a large ceramic non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add 1/4 tablespoon of oil. Add the ground beef and cook for 6-7 minutes, stirring and breaking it into small pieces until it is fully cooked through. Transfer the cooked beef to a medium bowl and set aside.
- Cook the vegetables: Return the skillet to high heat and add the remaining oil. Add the thinly sliced onion, chopped bell peppers, and broccoli florets. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring just a few times, until the vegetables are tender but still crisp (al dente).
- Combine and thicken sauce: Add the previously cooked ground beef back to the skillet with the vegetables. Whisk the stir fry sauce once more to re-blend the cornstarch as it settles quickly, then pour it into the skillet. Stir continuously and bring to a boil, then cook for a few minutes until the sauce thickens, stirring often to coat everything evenly.
- Finish and garnish: Turn off the heat. Garnish the stir fry with finely chopped green onions and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve hot over your choice of rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Reheat by simmering the stir fry on the stove with a splash of water or broth, stirring occasionally until heated through.
- Freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 570 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
