Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 4 cups fresh broccoli florets, bite-sized
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds

Instructions:

  1. Whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and cornstarch in a small bowl. Note: Keep whisking until the sugar is fully dissolved and there are no clumps.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat in your skillet. Wait until the oil is shimmering but not smoking.
  3. Add the ground beef in a flat layer. Let it sear undisturbed for 3-4 minutes until a dark brown crust forms on the bottom.
  4. Break the meat apart with your spatula. Cook for another 3-5 minutes until the beef is fully browned and no pink remains.
  5. Toss the broccoli florets directly into the pan with the beef. Stir fry for 3-5 minutes until the broccoli is bright green and shows slight char marks.
  6. Pour the sauce over the mixture. Stir constantly for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens into a glossy, velvet coating.
  7. Remove from heat immediately to prevent the sauce from becoming too thick or sticky.
  8. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.