Description
This classic beef and broccoli stir-fry is quick, easy, and full of bold Asian-inspired flavors. Tender slices of beef are cooked with fresh broccoli in a savory garlic and soy-based sauce. It’s perfect served over rice or noodles for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
For the Sauce:
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1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
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1/4 cup brown sugar
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2 tablespoons cornstarch
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1 tablespoon oyster sauce
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger (or 1/2 tsp ground)
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1/2 cup beef broth or water
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1 tablespoon sesame oil (optional)
For the Stir-Fry:
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1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
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2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
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4 cups fresh broccoli florets
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Cooked white rice, for serving
Instructions
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Make the sauce: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, oyster sauce, garlic, ginger, beef broth, and sesame oil. Set aside.
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Cook the broccoli: In a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat, add 1 tablespoon oil. Add broccoli and a splash of water. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until crisp-tender. Remove and set aside.
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Cook the beef: Add remaining oil to the pan. Add sliced beef in a single layer. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until browned.
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Combine: Return broccoli to the pan. Pour in the sauce and stir everything together.
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Cook for another 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and broccoli.
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Serve hot over steamed rice.
Notes
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Flank steak works best but sirloin or skirt steak also work well.
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For extra flavor, marinate beef in 1 tablespoon soy sauce and 1 teaspoon cornstarch before cooking.
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Add red pepper flakes or sriracha for a spicy kick.