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Honey Garlic Ground Beef Broccoli is a flavorful and healthy meal featuring ground beef, broccoli florets, and a glossy honey garlic sauce.

Honey Garlic Ground Beef and Broccoli

This Honey Garlic Ground Beef and Broccoli recipe transforms simple ingredients into an irresistible dish. Featuring perfectly browned ground beef, crisp-tender broccoli, and a balanced sweet and savory sauce, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Serve over rice for a complete and satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef 80/20 or leaner
  • 1 large head of broccoli, cut into florets
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce low sodium recommended
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish optional
  • Cooked rice, for serving
  • Salt for boiling water

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • small bowl
  • whisk
  • Pot
  • Slotted spoon
  • Ice bath
  • Spoon
  • measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Broccoli: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and blanch for 2-3 minutes, until bright green and slightly tender-crisp. Immediately transfer to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Drain well and set aside.
  2. Brown the Ground Beef: In a large skillet or wok, heat the sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Sauté the Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for about 30 seconds, until fragrant. Be careful not to burn it.
  4. Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, cornstarch, and water until smooth.
  5. Combine and Simmer: Pour the sauce over the ground beef and garlic. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce has thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Add the Broccoli: Add the blanched broccoli florets to the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, until the broccoli is heated through.
  7. Serve: Sprinkle with sesame seeds and red pepper flakes (if using). Serve immediately over cooked rice.

Notes

For best results, use leaner ground beef to minimize grease. Blanching the broccoli is crucial for maintaining its vibrant color and crisp-tender texture. Adjust the sauce to your liking by adding more soy sauce for saltiness, rice vinegar for acidity, or honey for sweetness. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.