Description
Discover how to make delicious Korean-inspired ground beef and broccoli protein bowls. This easy recipe will satisfy your cravings and fuel your body!
Ingredients
- 1 pound (454 g) ground beef (454 grams)
- 2 cups (480 ml) broccoli florets (480 milliliters)
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) vegetable oil (15 milliliters)
- 3 tablespoons (45 ml) soy sauce (45 milliliters)
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) brown sugar (28 grams)
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) sesame oil (15 milliliters)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) grated ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon (3 ml) red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) sliced green onions (24 grams)
- 2 cups (480 ml) cooked rice (370 grams)
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add ground beef to the pan and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula.
- Drain excess fat from the pan.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the beef. Stir and cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes.
- Add broccoli florets to the pan and stir to coat them in sauce.
- Cover the pan and let broccoli steam for 5-7 minutes, until tender.
- Remove the lid and stir in sliced green onions.
- Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Serve the beef and broccoli mixture over cooked rice.
Notes
- For a healthier alternative, consider using ground turkey or chicken instead of ground beef.
- Enhance the flavor by marinating the beef in a mixture of soy sauce and garlic before cooking.
- Add more vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas for additional color and nutrients.