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A delicious plate of Better Than Takeout Honey Garlic Beef featuring tender beef strips glazed with glossy honey garlic sauce, garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.

Better Than Takeout Honey Garlic Beef

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Discover how to make the ultimate Better Than Takeout Honey Garlic Beef that combines tender ground beef, crisp broccoli, and a delicious honey garlic sauce. This quick and easy stir-fry is perfect for busy weeknights and packed with flavorful ingredients, offering a restaurant-quality meal at home.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) ground beef
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
  • 2 tablespoons oil (vegetable or sesame oil)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the garlic, ginger, and broccoli into bite-sized pieces. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and ginger for the sauce.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add remaining oil. Sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add broccoli and cook for 3-4 minutes until tender but still crisp.
  4. Return beef to skillet. Pour in the honey garlic sauce, stirring to coat. If desired, dissolve cornstarch in water and add to thicken sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through and sauce is thickened.

Notes

  • Use high heat to get a good sear on the beef.
  • Stir-fry quickly to prevent burning and sogginess.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas.
  • Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
  • Author: Emma Bloomfield
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-Fry
  • Cuisine: Asian Inspired
  • Diet: Dairy-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 15 g
  • Sodium: 900 mg
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 20 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 22 g
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg