Ground Beef Recipe with Garlic and Herbs in 20 Minutes | Pan-Seared

Instructions:

1. Prep the Beef. Place the 1 lb ground beef in a bowl and sprinkle with 1/2 tsp baking soda, 1 tsp kosher salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Note: This helps the seasoning penetrate deeply.
2. Mix Gently. Use your hands or a fork to lightly toss the meat so the baking soda is distributed. Do not overwork it or the texture will become tough.
3. Heat the Pan. Add 1 tbsp olive oil to your skillet over medium high heat. Cook until the oil shimmers and barely wisps with smoke.
4. Sear the Meat. Place the beef in the pan in one large flat disc. Cook for 3 minutes without touching it until a dark brown crust forms on the bottom.
5. Break it Up. Use your spoon to break the beef into bite-sized chunks. Continue cooking for 5 minutes until the pink mostly disappears.
6. Add Aromatics. Push the meat to the edges of the pan and drop the 4 cloves of minced garlic, 1 tbsp rosemary, and 1 tbsp thyme into the center.
7. Bloom the Herbs. Let the garlic and herbs sizzle in the rendered fat for about 60 seconds until the kitchen smells fragrant.
8. Combine. Stir the herbs and garlic into the beef, coating every piece. Cook for another 2 minutes to let the flavors meld.
9. Finish. Remove from heat and toss in the 1/4 cup fresh parsley. Stir until the parsley just starts to wilt.
10. Rest. Let the meat sit in the pan for 2 minutes before serving. Note: This allows the juices to redistribute for maximum tenderness.