Why this fits a family on a budget
Using ground beef and frozen broccoli keeps total cost under $2.60 per serving, well within the $3 per meal budget. The whole meal comes together in one skillet in under 25 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
• 1 lb lean ground beef
• 12 oz frozen broccoli florets
• 2 cups instant white rice
• 3 tbsp coconut aminos
• 2 tbsp oyster sauce
• 4 cloves fresh garlic
• 1 tsp fresh ginger
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp cornstarch
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes
• 0.5 tsp salt
1. Cook instant white rice according to package directions (usually 5 minutes in the microwave or on stovetop). Set aside and keep warm.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together coconut aminos, oyster sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, cornstarch, and red pepper flakes until smooth. Set sauce aside.
3. Microwave frozen broccoli florets in a covered microwave-safe bowl for 3 to 4 minutes until heated through and bright green. Drain any excess water and set aside.
4. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat (about 375°F if using a thermometer) for 1 minute until shimmering.
5. Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully browned with no pink remaining.
6. Push beef to the edges of the pan. Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the center of the pan and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
7. Pour the sauce over the beef mixture and stir everything together. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef — it should look glossy and slightly syrupy.
8. Add the cooked broccoli to the pan and toss to combine. Cook 1 more minute until everything is heated through.
9. Divide rice into 4 bowls, spoon beef and broccoli mixture over the top, and serve immediately.
Cost is a national-average estimate and varies by store and region.
This recipe was generated by Plento Pasto's AI from a library of family-friendly dishes and reviewed for a real photo before publishing. Cooking times, costs, and nutrition are estimates — use your judgment in the kitchen.