Ground Beef and Broccoli (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Components
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15 mL peanut oil (or substitute vegetable or olive oil)
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450 g ground beef
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1 yellow onion, diced
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1 red bell pepper, sliced
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3 cups (approximately 300 g) broccoli florets, washed and patted dry
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Salt and white pepper, to taste
→ Sauce
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2 tablespoons cornstarch
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2 tablespoons cold water
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240 mL beef broth
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60 mL soy sauce
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3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
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1–2 tablespoons honey
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
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1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
→ For Serving
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3 cups cooked rice, any variety
# Instructions:
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Combine cornstarch with cold water in a lidded container. Shake well and set aside in a cool location.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the beef broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, minced garlic, ground ginger, and toasted sesame oil. Adjust honey to taste after reducing the sauce if desired.
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Heat peanut oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add broccoli florets, tossing to coat. Cook for 4–5 minutes until just tender. Remove broccoli and set aside.
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Season ground beef with salt and white pepper as desired. Add beef and diced onion to the skillet over medium-high heat, breaking up meat and cooking until browned throughout. Drain excess fat, then add sliced bell pepper and cook for 1 minute further.
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Pour in the prepared sauce mixture. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 2–3 minutes to intensify flavors.
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Shake the cornstarch slurry once more and gradually stir it into the simmering sauce. Allow mixture to gently bubble until sauce reaches desired thickness.
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Reduce heat to low. Return sautéed broccoli to the skillet and stir to combine, heating through. Serve over freshly cooked rice and garnish if desired.
# Notes:
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For lower sodium, use reduced-salt soy sauce and broth. Enhance flavor by cooking rice in chicken bouillon. Additional vegetable options include carrots or water chestnuts.
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Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter variation. Both fresh and thawed frozen broccoli are suitable.
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Top servings with green onions, peanuts, sesame seeds, crispy chow mein noodles, or almonds for extra texture.