BEEF BROCCOLI / BEEF BROCCOLI QUICK AND EASY RECIPE

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos offer a similar flavor profile.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola oil is a more budget-friendly option.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: flour

Arrowroot is a gluten-free thickener, while flour is a common pantry staple.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade broth is healthier, while water with seasoning is a cost-effective alternative.

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add broccoli florets and sliced carrots, stirring to combine.

Pour in beef broth and soy sauce, stirring to coat the vegetables and beef.

Sprinkle cornstarch over the mixture and stir until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.

Add bell pepper and cook until tender, about 2-3 minutes.

Season with black pepper, red pepper flakes, and salt to taste.

Drizzle sesame oil over the stir fry and toss to combine.

Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.

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