Szechuan-Style Stir-Fried Ground Beef with Broccoli

A vibrant stir fry featuring ground beef and broccoli in a savory-sweet coconut aminos sauce, ready in under 30 minutes for a satisfying weeknight meal.

Cuisine: Asian

Category: Beef

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 20 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 2 cups broccoli
• 1/2 cup onion
• 3 cloves garlic
• 2 tbsp coconut aminos
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1/2 cup diced onion and cook for 3 minutes until softened and translucent.
2. Step 2: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Add 1 lb ground beef and 1/2 tsp salt, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook for 5-6 minutes until browned and no longer pink, then drain any excess fat.
4. Step 4: Stir in 2 tbsp coconut aminos, 1 tbsp lime juice, and 2 cups broccoli florets. Cook for 5-6 minutes until broccoli is tender-crisp.
5. Step 5: Season with 1/4 tsp black pepper and serve immediately.