Description
Tender slices of beef, crisp broccoli, and a rich garlicky sauce come together in this quick and flavorful stir-fry classic. Perfect for busy weeknights and better than takeout.
Ingredients
- Flank Steak: 1 pound, thinly sliced against the grain
- Broccoli Florets: 4 cups
- Soy Sauce: 1/3 cup
- Brown Sugar: 2 tablespoons
- Garlic: 4 cloves, minced
- Ginger: 1 tablespoon, minced
- Cornstarch: 2 tablespoons
- Beef Broth: 1/2 cup
- Sesame Oil: 1 teaspoon
- Vegetable Oil: 2 tablespoons
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until hot and shimmering.
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, beef broth, sesame oil, and cornstarch. Set aside.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Add 1 tablespoon oil to the skillet. Sauté broccoli for 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp. Remove and set aside.
- Assemble the Dish: Add remaining oil and stir-fry beef in batches until browned.
- Cook to Perfection: Return broccoli, pour in sauce, and stir well. Cook for 2–3 minutes until thickened.
- Finishing Touches: Toss everything until coated and glossy.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve hot over rice or noodles, topped with sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
- Slice beef thinly against the grain for tenderness.
- Don’t overcook the broccoli to keep it vibrant and crisp.
- Use fresh garlic and ginger for best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 395
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: beef and broccoli, easy stir fry, Chinese takeout recipe, quick dinner, beef recipes