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Easy Beefy Broccoli Fried Rice blends savory beef, crisp broccoli, and crunchy, toasted rice.
There's a comforting simplicity to fried rice that never fails to deliver. This Easy Beefy Broccoli Fried Rice combines savory ground beef and vibrant broccoli with a hint of garlic and ginger, releasing an inviting aroma as it sizzles in the pan. Soy sauce and sesame oil add depth, while a touch of coconut sugar balances the flavors. Each bite offers a balance of savory and slightly sweet, with the crunch of broccoli mingling beautifully with tender rice.
Cooking the rice until it's crispy on the bottom creates a delightful contrast in texture. This technique is key—press the rice mixture down and let it cook undisturbed. The sizzling sound and aroma of toasting rice will let you know it’s ready. This step ensures there's a satisfying crunch in every spoonful, which complements the softness of the eggs and beef.
Sharing this dish is like bringing a warm, edible hug to the table. It's perfect for when friends and family gather around, spoons clinking in harmony. The preparation is straightforward, yet it delivers bowlfuls of comforting flavors that speak of home. Whether you’re making a weeknight dinner or a casual weekend lunch, this dish is a testament to the joy of cooking uncomplicated, delicious meals.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons avocado or vegetable oil divided
- 1 head broccoli cut into small florets
- 1 pound ground beef
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons coconut sugar
- 1 knob fresh ginger 1-inch-long, thinly minced
- 3 cloves garlic thinly minced
- 4 large eggs beaten
- 3 cups rice cooked
Directions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add 1 tablespoon of the oil.
- Add the broccoli florets to the heated oil and cook, undisturbed, until they are nicely charred, about 3 minutes.
- Continue cooking the broccoli florets, tossing occasionally, until they are crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Transfer them to a medium bowl.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the beef to the same skillet and cook, while crumbling, until it is no longer pink, about 5 minutes.
- Add the cooked beef to the bowl with the broccoli.
- In a small bowl, add the soy sauce, the sesame oil, the rice vinegar, the coconut sugar, the ginger, and the garlic and whisk to combine.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining oil.
- Add the beaten eggs to the heated oil and cook until they are scrambled, about 30 seconds.
- Add the cooked rice and the sauce to the scrambled eggs and toss to combine. Press the rice mixture down in the skillet.
- Cook the rice mixture, undisturbed, until the rice is crispy on the bottom, about 3-5 minutes.
- Turn off the heat. Add the cooked broccoli florets and the cooked beef to the rice mixture and toss to combine.
- Serve.
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