Name: recipe honey garlic ground beef and broccoli stir fry
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 500 g (1.1 lb) Ground Beef: Finely crumbled, 80/20 lean-to-fat ratio recommended.; 300 g (10 oz) Broccoli Florets: Fresh, roughly the same size.; 4 Cloves Garlic: Freshly minced.; 1 tsp (5 ml) Freshly Grated Ginger: Releases more flavor than paste.; 2 tbsp (30 ml) Honey: Good quality honey for best flavor.; 3 tbsp (45 ml) Soy Sauce (Low-Sodium): Adjust amount to taste.; 1 tbsp (15 ml) Toasted Sesame Oil: Adds rich, nutty aroma.; 0.5 tsp (2.5 ml) Smoked Paprika: For smoky flavor.; 1 tsp (5 ml) Cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp (30 ml) Water: Thickens the sauce.; 2 tbsp (30 ml) Vegetable Oil: High smoke point.; Pinch of Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper: To taste.; 1 tbsp (15 g) Toasted Sesame Seeds: For garnish.; 2 tbsp (15 g) Green Onion Tops: Thinly sliced, for garnish.

Description

This Smoky Honey Garlic Ground Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry is a quick and easy weeknight dinner, combining tender ground beef, crisp-tender broccoli, and a luscious smoky-sweet sauce in under 30 minutes. It’s a flavorful and customizable meal that’s sure to please.

Ingredients

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500 g (1.1 lb) Ground Beef: Finely crumbled, 80/20 lean-to-fat ratio recommended.
300 g (10 oz) Broccoli Florets: Fresh, roughly the same size.
4 Cloves Garlic: Freshly minced.
1 tsp (5 ml) Freshly Grated Ginger: Releases more flavor than paste.
2 tbsp (30 ml) Honey: Good quality honey for best flavor.
3 tbsp (45 ml) Soy Sauce (Low-Sodium): Adjust amount to taste.
1 tbsp (15 ml) Toasted Sesame Oil: Adds rich, nutty aroma.
0.5 tsp (2.5 ml) Smoked Paprika: For smoky flavor.
1 tsp (5 ml) Cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp (30 ml) Water: Thickens the sauce.
2 tbsp (30 ml) Vegetable Oil: High smoke point.
Pinch of Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper: To taste.
1 tbsp (15 g) Toasted Sesame Seeds: For garnish.
2 tbsp (15 g) Green Onion Tops: Thinly sliced, for garnish.

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Instructions

Prepare the Sauce: Whisk together honey, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, smoked paprika, and cornstarch slurry until smooth.
Brown the Ground Beef: Stir-fry ground beef in hot oil until browned and crumbly, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir-Fry the Broccoli: Stir-fry broccoli florets in oil until bright green and tender-crisp, about 2-3 minutes.
Combine and Glaze: Return beef to wok with broccoli, pour sauce over, and toss to coat.
Thicken the Sauce: Cook for 2 minutes, tossing, until sauce thickens.
Taste and Adjust: Adjust seasoning with soy sauce, honey, or smoked paprika as needed.
Serve and Garnish: Plate and garnish with sesame seeds and green onion.

Notes

For best results, use high heat and prepare all ingredients before starting to cook. Don’t overcrowd the wok for even cooking.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stir Fry
Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450 kcal
Sugar: 25 g
Sodium: 600 mg
Fat: 25 g
Saturated Fat: 8 g
Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 30 g
Fiber: 5 g
Protein: 30 g
Cholesterol: 100 mg