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Speedy Saucy Pork and Broccoli Bowls

Quick-cooking ground pork and tender broccoli are coated in a savory, slightly sweet sauce for a delicious, easy weeknight bowl.

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Servings
4
Level
Easy
Speedy Saucy Pork and Broccoli Bowls

When dinner needs to be on the table fast, but you don't want to skimp on flavor, these Speedy Saucy Pork and Broccoli Bowls are your answer! Ground pork cooks up in minutes, mingling with crisp-tender broccoli in a craveable, savory sauce. Serve it over rice, and you've got a complete, satisfying meal in no time. Get ready to add this to your weeknight rotation!

Ingredients

Yield: 4 servings

Main

  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 lb ground pork
  • 1 large head broccoli, cut into small florets
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated (optional)
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp cornstarch (mixed with 1 tbsp water)
  • Cooked rice for serving
  • Optional garnish: Toasted sesame seeds, sliced green onions

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add ground pork and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease.

  2. Step 2

    Add broccoli florets to the skillet with the pork. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli is crisp-tender. If you like softer broccoli, you can add a splash of water and cover for a few minutes to steam.

  3. Step 3

    Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger (if using) and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

  4. Step 4

    In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey (or maple syrup), and rice vinegar.

  5. Step 5

    Pour the sauce over the pork and broccoli. Bring to a simmer. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and coats the pork and broccoli.

  6. Step 6

    Serve immediately over cooked rice. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions, if desired.

Tips

  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the garlic and ginger.
  • If you don't have ground pork, ground chicken or turkey works beautifully here too.
  • Prep your rice ahead of time to make this dish even faster on a busy weeknight.

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