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A close-up, low-angle shot of a fork twirling saucy Ground Beef And Broccoli Noodles from a shallow bowl, showcasing the glistening texture.

Quick Ground Beef and Broccoli Noodles: A 30-Minute Viral-Worthy Meal

This Ground Beef and Broccoli Noodles recipe is a 30-minute masterpiece. Savory ground beef, crisp broccoli, and glistening noodles are tossed in a rich, flavorful sauce for an easy weeknight dinner that's sure to become a family favorite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American, Asian-Inspired
Calories: 580
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb lean ground beef (450g) 85/15 or 90/10 recommended
  • 8 oz spaghetti or lo mein noodles (225g)
  • 4 cups fresh broccoli florets (400g)
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil (15ml)
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce (120ml)
  • 1/4 cup beef broth (60ml)
  • 2 tbsp packed brown sugar (30g)
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil (15ml)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch (15g) mixed with 2 tbsp cold water
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds (15g)
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet or Wok
  • 1 Large pot For cooking noodles.

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, beef broth, brown sugar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Cook noodles according to package directions until al dente; drain and set aside.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, break it apart, and cook until deeply browned. Drain excess grease.
  3. Add broccoli florets to the skillet with the beef. Add 2-3 tablespoons of water, cover, and steam for 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender and vibrant green.
  4. Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet. As it simmers, stir in the cornstarch slurry (1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp cold water). Cook, stirring, for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
  5. Add the drained noodles to the skillet, tossing to coat everything in the sauce. Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

Notes

Don't overcook the noodles; they will continue to cook in the hot sauce.
For a spicier version, add 1-2 teaspoons of sriracha or red pepper flakes to the sauce.
Prep all your ingredients before you start cooking, as the process moves very quickly.