Description
Craving an easy and quick dinner? This beef and broccoli stir fry is healthy, simple, and one of the best ideas for weeknight meals! Packed with tender beef and crunchy broccoli in a savory sauce this takeout favorite comes together fast in one pan. Perfect for busy nights or meal prep!
Ingredients
- 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (for marinade)
- 1 tsp sesame oil (for marinade)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 tbsp soy sauce (for sauce)
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tsp sesame oil (for finishing)
- Sesame seeds and green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate sliced steak in soy sauce, sesame oil, and cornstarch for 15 minutes.
- Whisk soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and water in a bowl for the sauce.
- Blanch broccoli in boiling water for 1–2 minutes, then drain.
- Heat oil in a wok. Sear beef in batches until browned, 2–3 minutes.
- Return all beef to the pan, add broccoli and sauce. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes.
- Drizzle with sesame oil, garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles.
Notes
- Slice beef thinly against the grain for tenderness.
- Use tamari for gluten-free version.
- Swap broccoli for bell peppers or snap peas for variety.
- Leftovers store well for up to 3 days in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Asian