Beef and broccoli is a classic Asian dish. We put a macro-friendly twist on it, bringing you our Healthy Ground Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry. This flavorful dish is high in protein and contains a balance of carbs and fats to ensure you're not only hitting your macros, but are enjoying every second of it!
3 Reasons Why You'll Love This Recipe
- It's just as quick as takeout, but a whole lot healthier. Our Ground Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry is ready to serve in 30 minutes or less, which is about the time it would take you to DoorDash some Chinese food (on a good day). Plus, you'll feel great knowing that your homemade version is better for your macros and overall health.
- It's full of veggies. Not only does this recipe include plenty of fibrous broccoli, but it contains bell peppers, too so you can ensure your body is getting its micronutrients, too.
- Customizable to fit your macros and your preferences. This Ground Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry does great over white rice, cauliflower rice, brown rice, or just on its own! Customize your meal to fit your needs.
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Healthy Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry
Beef and broccoli is a classic Asian dish. We put a macro-friendly twist on it, bringing you our Healthy Ground Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry. This flavorful dish is high in protein and contains a balance of carbs and fats to ensure you're not only hitting your macros, but are enjoying every second of it!
Equipment
- 2 small bowls
- 2 Whisks
- 1 Mixing spoon
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp. Olive oil
- 1 lb. Lean ground beef We used 97/3
- 1 Yellow onion, chopped
- 1/2 tsp. Black pepper
- 3 Cloves garlic, minced
- 3 Cups Broccoli florets
- 1 Red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 Yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 2 tbsp. Corn starch
- 2 tbsp. Water
- 1 cup Beef bone broth
- 1/4 cup Low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp. Honey
- 1/2 tsp. Ground ginger
- 1 tsp. Toasted sesame oil
- For serving (optional): cooked rice of choice (brown, white, jasmine, or cauliflower), sesame seeds, sliced green onions
Instructions
- Combine 1 tbsp cornstarch and water in a small mason jar or small bowl. Shake or whisk to combine. Set aside.
- Combine remaining sauce ingredients (beef broth, soy sauce, honey, ginger, and sesame oil) in a small bowl. Whisk to combine. Set aside.
- Add 1 tbsp olive oil to a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until no longer pink, about 7-8 minutes. Drain excess liquid and return to heat.
- Add bell peppers and broccoli to skillet. Saute, until bell peppers and broccoli are slightly softened, but still crisp, approximately 5-7 minutes. Remove beef and veggies from pan onto a plate and set aside.
- Add sauce mixture to the skillet and bring to a boil. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes. Shake or whisk the cornstarch mixture and slowly stir it into the sauce. Continue to let simmer until the mixture has slightly thickened. Add 1 more tbsp of cornstarch if sauce is too thin. Whisk to combine. Reduce the heat to low.
- Re-introduce beef and veggies to the skillet, stir to combine. Saute until everything is heated through, approximately 3-5 minutes.
- Serve over rice of choice and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition information does not include rice, green onions, or sesame seeds.
Serving size = 1/4 of the recipe. For the most accurate measurement, weigh your entire dish in grams (less the weight of the container) once done cooking and divide by 4 to get your serving weight in grams.
Nutrition
Calories: 363kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 29gFat: 16g
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