I made this dish last night to eat while we finished @themorningshow (I mean woah that ending) and our bowls were perfectly comforting. not to mention it took right around 10 minutes for me to make! 

I am so enjoying the sun staying out longer and getting to take early evening walks with Ty. it’s crazy how many people are out and about (staying safely away from each other ha) between 4-6pm… the neighborhood is LIT with walkers 

anyway we started making dinner a later than usual and because I needed the couch #stat I went with a stir fry – they cook up in no time! I LOVE coconut milk and the slight sweetness that it adds, balancing any spice out perfectly. I think the fresh basil adds a really nice brightness to the dish!

Why You’ll Love This Beef and Broccoli Recipe

This simple stir fry has everything you want in a quick weeknight meal:

• A rich, mouthwatering sauce made with coconut milk, aromatics, and sriracha
• Crisp broccoli and tender mushrooms
• Comforting ground beef that cooks quickly and delivers authentic flavor
• Minimal prep + fast cook time
• Made in one large skillet over medium-high heat

It’s the kind of home cooking you can whip up anytime — balanced, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying.

Ingredients You’ll Need

This recipe uses simple, whole ingredients but delivers BIG flavor. Here’s what goes into the sauce and stir fry:

Stir Fry Ingredients

• 1 lb. ground beef (or sub ground turkey)
• 1 cup chopped broccoli florets
• 1 cup sliced crimini mushrooms
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger paste (or 1″ knob fresh ginger, grated)
• 1 tbsp liquid aminos, coconut aminos, or soy sauce
• 1 can light coconut milk, shaken to mix
• 2 tbsp chopped basil leaves
• 2 tbsp coconut oil
• 2 tsp sriracha sauce
• Salt + pepper
• Sliced jalapeños, for serving
• Optional: green onions or scallion greens for garnish
• Optional: A splash of water if your veggies need help softening

Serve it over white rice, brown rice, or cauliflower rice.

How to Make This Easy Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

1. Start by melting coconut oil in wok or deep sauté pan over medium high heat. then add in ground beef, using a wooden spoon to break up, and season with salt and pepper. cook until no longer pink, and then add in garlic and ginger paste, then cook for another minute.
2. Lower heat to medium and add in broccoli and mushrooms, tossing in. add in liquid aminos (or soy sauce), coconut milk and 2 tsp. of sriracha; bring to a boil then turn heat to low. let everything simmer, cooking the coconut milk down to a rich, thick sauce.
3. Once thickened, about 6-7 minutes, add in basil and fresh jalapeños before serving!
4. I served ours with some cauliflower rice I steamed separately with salt and pepper, but this would taste amazing over jasmine or brown rice!

Tips + Additional Options for Best Results

These little tweaks help elevate the flavor and fit many of your natural keywords:

Want even more authentic flavor?

Add a splash of sesame oil or sprinkle sesame seeds on top before serving.

Prefer sliced steak instead of ground beef?

This recipe also works with:

• flank steak
• skirt steak
• flat iron steak

Slice thinly for tender beef and stir-fry in a single layer for the best results.

Need extra veggies?

Try adding:

• snap peas
• bell peppers
• shredded carrots

Storing leftovers?

Keep leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently so the coconut milk sauce stays creamy.

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