Description
This Teriyaki Ground Beef and Broccoli recipe is a quick, savory, and satisfying dish that combines tender ground beef with vibrant broccoli florets coated in a rich teriyaki glaze. Finished with a creamy, tangy yum yum sauce and served over rice or cauliflower rice, this meal is perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner that comes together in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Main Dish
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 12 oz broccoli florets
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1-inch piece ginger, minced (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
- 1 cup teriyaki sauce (soy-free or regular)
- 1 cup cooked rice or cauliflower rice
For the Yum Yum Sauce
- 1/4 cup light mayo
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
For Garnish
- Scallions, sliced
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Cook the Broccoli: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the broccoli florets and cook for 2-3 minutes without stirring to allow one side to char. Then stir and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the broccoli turns a vibrant dark green. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Brown the Ground Beef: In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the ground beef and allow it to sear and brown on one side before breaking it apart. Continue cooking until the beef is fully browned and cooked through.
- Add Aromatics: Stir in the minced garlic and ginger (if using) into the browned beef. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
- Simmer with Teriyaki Sauce: Pour in the teriyaki sauce and stir to combine well with the beef. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes so the sauce thickens slightly and coats the beef evenly.
- Combine Broccoli and Beef: Add the cooked broccoli back into the skillet. Stir everything together to combine the flavors and allow to warm through for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Prepare Yum Yum Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together the light mayo, rice vinegar, honey, and sriracha until smooth and creamy for a flavorful topping.
- Serve: Spoon the teriyaki ground beef and broccoli over cooked rice or cauliflower rice. Drizzle generously with yum yum sauce and garnish with sliced scallions and sesame seeds for an extra punch of flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute the ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- For a soy-free teriyaki sauce, use coconut aminos.
- Adjust the amount of sriracha in the yum yum sauce to suit your spice preference.
- Cauliflower rice is a great low-carb alternative to traditional rice.
- To save time, use pre-minced garlic and ginger or omit if desired.
