Description
A quick and easy beef and broccoli stir-fry with tender beef, crisp broccoli, and a savory sauce. A healthier alternative to takeout, ready in under 30 minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef (flank steak, sirloin, or ribeye), thinly sliced against the grain
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, minced
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 green onions, chopped (optional)
- White rice or noodles, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Slice the beef thinly against the grain. Cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets. Mince the garlic and ginger.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, and water. Stir well to combine.
- Tenderize the Beef: Toss the sliced beef with cornstarch to help it stay tender and create a slightly thickened sauce when cooked.
- Blanch the Broccoli: Bring a pot of water to a boil and briefly blanch the broccoli for about 30 seconds. Drain and set aside.
- Sear the Beef: Heat vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add the beef in a single layer and sear until browned, about 2 minutes per side. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Cook the Aromatics: In the same pan, add a bit more oil if needed. Sauté the garlic and ginger until fragrant.
- Combine Everything: Return the beef to the pan, add the sauce, and stir to coat. Let it simmer for a minute before adding the broccoli.
- Final Touches: Drizzle with sesame oil and stir to combine. If desired, sprinkle with red pepper flakes and chopped green onions for extra flavor.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve hot over steamed white rice or noodles.
Notes
- Protein Swap: Use chicken, shrimp, or tofu instead of beef.
- Vegetable Additions: Add bell peppers, carrots, or snap peas.
- Gluten-Free Option: Use tamari instead of soy sauce and ensure your oyster sauce is gluten-free.
- Low-Carb Alternative: Serve over cauliflower rice or enjoy as a standalone stir-fry.
- Spicy Kick: Add more red pepper flakes or a dash of sriracha.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: chinese-american
Keywords: beef and broccoli, easy stir-fry, homemade takeout, quick dinner, healthy beef recipe