CategoryBeef, Main Courses, Meat
Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry is a classic Asian-inspired dish featuring tender slices of beef and crisp broccoli, all coated in a savory garlic-ginger soy sauce. This quick and easy meal is perfect for busy weeknights and pairs beautifully with steamed rice or noodles.
For the Beef
½ kg lb flank steak or sirloin (thinly sliced against the grain)
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp cornstarch
1 tsp sesame oil
½ tsp black pepper
For the Stir-Fry Sauce
⅓ cup soy sauce
¼ cup beef broth or water
2 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tbsp brown sugar or honey
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 tsp grated ginger
2 cloves garlic (minced)
½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
For the Stir-Fry
2 cups broccoli florets
2 tbsp vegetable oil
¼ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
1 tsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
Steamed rice or noodles (for serving)
Marinate the Beef
1
- Prepare the Beef:
- Thinly slice the beef against the grain for tenderness.
- Marinate:
- In a bowl, mix the beef with soy sauce, cornstarch, sesame oil, and black pepper. Let marinate for 15 minutes.
Make the Stir-Fry Sauce
2
- Combine Ingredients:
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, beef broth, oyster sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Set Aside:
- Keep the sauce nearby for quick access during cooking.
Cook the Broccoli
3
- Blanch or Stir-Fry:
- Option 1: Blanch the broccoli in boiling water for 1-2 minutes, then drain.
- Option 2: Stir-fry in 1 tablespoon vegetable oil over medium-high heat for 3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender.
- Set Aside:
- Remove from the pan and set aside.
Cook the Beef
4
- Heat the Oil:
- In the same pan, heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Sear the Beef:
- Add the marinated beef in a single layer and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until browned.
- Remove from Pan:
- Transfer the beef to a plate.
Combine Everything
5
- Add the Sauce:
- Pour the prepared stir-fry sauce into the pan and cook for 1 minute until slightly thickened.
- Toss Everything Together:
- Return the beef and broccoli to the pan, tossing to coat in the sauce.
- Simmer:
- Let everything cook together for 1-2 minutes.
Serving Suggestions
6
- Serve Hot:
- Plate over steamed rice or noodles.
- Garnish:
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds for extra flavor.
Pro Tips
7
- For Extra Tender Beef: Add 1/2 teaspoon baking soda to the marinade for restaurant-style tenderness.
- Use Fresh or Frozen Broccoli: Both work well, just adjust the cooking time.
- Make It Spicier: Add more red pepper flakes or a drizzle of sriracha.
Ingredients
For the Beef
½ kg lb flank steak or sirloin (thinly sliced against the grain)
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp cornstarch
1 tsp sesame oil
½ tsp black pepper
For the Stir-Fry Sauce
⅓ cup soy sauce
¼ cup beef broth or water
2 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tbsp brown sugar or honey
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 tsp grated ginger
2 cloves garlic (minced)
½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
For the Stir-Fry
2 cups broccoli florets
2 tbsp vegetable oil
¼ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
1 tsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
Steamed rice or noodles (for serving)
Directions
Marinate the Beef
1
- Prepare the Beef:
- Thinly slice the beef against the grain for tenderness.
- Marinate:
- In a bowl, mix the beef with soy sauce, cornstarch, sesame oil, and black pepper. Let marinate for 15 minutes.
Make the Stir-Fry Sauce
2
- Combine Ingredients:
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, beef broth, oyster sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Set Aside:
- Keep the sauce nearby for quick access during cooking.
Cook the Broccoli
3
- Blanch or Stir-Fry:
- Option 1: Blanch the broccoli in boiling water for 1-2 minutes, then drain.
- Option 2: Stir-fry in 1 tablespoon vegetable oil over medium-high heat for 3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender.
- Set Aside:
- Remove from the pan and set aside.
Cook the Beef
4
- Heat the Oil:
- In the same pan, heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Sear the Beef:
- Add the marinated beef in a single layer and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until browned.
- Remove from Pan:
- Transfer the beef to a plate.
Combine Everything
5
- Add the Sauce:
- Pour the prepared stir-fry sauce into the pan and cook for 1 minute until slightly thickened.
- Toss Everything Together:
- Return the beef and broccoli to the pan, tossing to coat in the sauce.
- Simmer:
- Let everything cook together for 1-2 minutes.
Serving Suggestions
6
- Serve Hot:
- Plate over steamed rice or noodles.
- Garnish:
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds for extra flavor.
Pro Tips
7
- For Extra Tender Beef: Add 1/2 teaspoon baking soda to the marinade for restaurant-style tenderness.
- Use Fresh or Frozen Broccoli: Both work well, just adjust the cooking time.
- Make It Spicier: Add more red pepper flakes or a drizzle of sriracha.
Notes
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