Description
A quick and flavorful Ground Beef Stir Fry loaded with colorful bell peppers, broccoli, and aromatic garlic and ginger. This easy 30-minute recipe combines lean ground beef with fresh vegetables in a savory soy and sesame oil sauce, perfect for a healthy and satisfying weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (lean)
- 2 cups mixed bell peppers (sliced)
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 medium onion (sliced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon ginger (grated)
Sauce and Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional for thickening)
Instructions
- Heat the Oil: Heat the sesame oil in a wok over medium-high heat to prepare for stir-frying.
- Cook the Ground Beef: Add the ground beef to the hot wok, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add Aromatics: Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Cook Vegetables: Add sliced onion and bell peppers, stirring frequently for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
- Add Broccoli and Sauce: Add broccoli florets and low sodium soy sauce, cooking for 2-3 minutes more until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Thicken Sauce (Optional): If using, mix cornstarch with a little water to create a slurry, then add to the stir fry and cook briefly until the sauce thickens.
- Serve: Serve hot over rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef to reduce excess fat and keep the dish healthier.
- Soy sauce can be substituted with tamari for a gluten-free option.
- Adjust vegetables according to preference or seasonal availability.
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes or sliced chili peppers during cooking.
- The optional cornstarch slurry helps thicken the sauce but can be skipped if a thinner sauce is preferred.
