Ground Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 4 cup broccoli florets
• ½ cup soy sauce
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 3 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp ginger, grated
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp water
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 3 cup cooked rice (optional)
• 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional)

Steps

1. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Set aside.
2. In a separate small bowl, dissolve cornstarch in water to create a slurry. Set aside.
3. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it apart, until browned. Drain any excess fat.
4. Add broccoli florets to the skillet with the beef. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until broccoli is tender-crisp.
5. Pour the prepared sauce over the beef and broccoli. Bring to a simmer.
6. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
7. Serve immediately over cooked rice, if desired, and garnish with sesame seeds.