Lean Ground Beef Stir Fry with Broccoli, Carrots, and Brown Rice

Step 1: Cook the Rice

Prepare the brown rice according to package directions.

• 1 cup brown rice

Step 2: Prepare the Beef

In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, cornstarch, ground ginger, black pepper, and beef broth. Set aside.

• 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup low-sodium beef broth

Step 3: Brown the Beef

Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain any excess grease.

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound lean ground beef

Step 4: Sauté Vegetables

Add the sliced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Cook until the onion is softened.

• 1 small yellow onion (sliced)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)

Step 5: Add Remaining Vegetables

Add the broccoli florets and sliced carrots to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are tender-crisp.

• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 2 medium carrots (peeled and sliced)

Step 6: Add Sauce and Simmer

Pour the sauce mixture from Step 2 over the beef and vegetables. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.

• Sauce mixture from Step 2

Step 7: Finish and Serve

Stir in the sesame oil. Serve the beef and vegetable stir-fry over the cooked brown rice. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes, if desired.

• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• Cooked brown rice from Step 1
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)