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Quick Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry Recipe

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Crave Chinese takeout? This classic Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry delivers tender beef and crisp broccoli in a savory-sweet sauce—a quick, satisfying weeknight meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Chinese
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb flank steak or sirloin thinly sliced against the grain
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil or sesame oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger minced
  • ¼ cup soy sauce low sodium preferred
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water slurry
  • ½ cup beef broth or water
  • Optional garnish: sesame seeds sliced green onions

Method
 

  1. Combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, and beef broth in a bowl. Set aside.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add beef slices and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the beef and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, add the remaining oil, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add broccoli florets and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender.
  5. Return the beef to the pan. Pour the sauce mixture over it and stir to coat.
  6. Add the cornstarch slurry, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
  7. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal

Notes

  • Slice beef thinly for tenderness.
  • Substitute broccoli with other veggies like snap peas or bell peppers.
  • Adjust sweetness or saltiness to taste by modifying sugar and soy sauce.
  • Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 2 days; reheat gently.