Description

This easy ground beef stir fry is a weeknight winner—savory, satisfying, and packed with crisp vegetables. A combination of garlic, onions, broccoli, and bell peppers brings texture and color, while soy and oyster sauces infuse the beef with deep, umami flavor. It all comes together in one pan in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy nights when you want a home-cooked meal without the stress. Serve it over steamed white rice or your favorite grain for a complete, family-friendly dinner.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb ground beef
2 tbsp vegetable oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion, sliced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 cup broccoli florets
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Cooked white rice, for serving

Instructions

In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
Add the garlic and onion and sauté until fragrant and translucent.
Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
Stir in the red bell pepper and broccoli, and cook until vegetables are tender but still crisp.
Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil. Stir well to combine.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve hot over cooked white rice.

Notes

Use a wok for best results, but a large skillet works just as well.
Customize your stir fry with whatever vegetables you have on hand.
Don’t overcook the vegetables—aim for a crisp-tender bite.
Double the recipe and freeze leftovers for fast future meals.
Make it spicy by adding chili flakes or sriracha to the sauce mix.
Swap in ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
For a gluten-free version, use coconut aminos and gluten-free oyster sauce.