High Protein Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry
A quick, satisfying stir fry featuring lean ground beef and crisp broccoli, perfect for a high protein weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef (93% lean or leaner) Provides high protein with less fat.
- 4 cups broccoli florets Cut into small-to-medium pieces for even cooking.
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce Regular or low-sodium to taste.
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce Adds savory depth.
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced Fresh is best.
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced Fresh for brightness.
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil For cooking and flavor.
- to taste salt and pepper
- cooked rice or noodles For serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat 2 tablespoons of sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat until it shimmers.
- Add 1 lb of lean ground beef and break into pieces with a spatula. Cook until fully browned and no pink remains, about 6–8 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Push the beef to the side, add minced garlic and ginger, and sauté for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir the aromatics into the beef, then add 4 cups of broccoli florets. Toss and cook until bright green and tender-crisp, roughly 4–6 minutes.
Cooking
- Pour in 3 tablespoons of soy sauce and 2 tablespoons of oyster sauce. Stir thoroughly to coat the meat and broccoli; cook for 1–2 minutes.
- Taste and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper as needed. For a thicker sauce, mix 1 teaspoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water and stir it in, cooking until glossy.
- Serve immediately over cooked rice or noodles.
Notes
For gluten sensitivity, use tamari or reduced-sodium soy sauce. Oyster sauce can be swapped with hoisin in a pinch. For vegetarian, replace beef with extra-firm tofu or tempeh.