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Quick Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry
A classic and beloved stir-fry made simple for busy weeknights, featuring tender beef strips and crisp broccoli coated in a savory sauce. Serve over rice for a complete and satisfying meal.
Prep 20 min
Cook 15 min
Total 35 min
Serves 4
Ingredients
Step 1 — For the Beef and Marinade
- 1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp baking soda (optional, for extra tenderness)
- 1 tbsp water
Step 2 — For the Stir-Fry Sauce
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water or beef broth
Step 3 — For the Stir-Fry
- 2 tbsp high-heat oil (like canola or vegetable oil)
- 1 lb broccoli florets
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
Step 4 — For Serving
- Cooked white or brown rice
Instructions
- 1
Marinate Beef
In a medium bowl, combine thinly sliced beef with 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp cornstarch, baking soda (if using), and 1 tbsp water. Toss to coat. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes at room temperature while you prepare the other ingredients.
- 2
Prepare Stir-Fry Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together all stir-fry sauce ingredients: 1/4 cup soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 1/4 cup water or broth. Set aside.
- 3
Cook Beef
Heat 1 tbsp of high-heat oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the marinated beef in a single layer (cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding). Sear for 1-2 minutes per side until browned but still slightly pink inside. Remove beef from the skillet and set aside.
- 4
Stir-Fry Vegetables
Add the remaining 1 tbsp of oil to the skillet. Add broccoli florets and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until bright green and slightly tender-crisp. Add minced garlic and grated ginger and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 5
Combine and Finish
Pour the prepared stir-fry sauce into the skillet with the vegetables. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes. Return the cooked beef to the skillet and toss to coat everything in the sauce. Cook for another minute until heated through.
- 6
Serve
Serve immediately over cooked rice.
Nutrition per serving: 520 cal · 40g protein · 30g carbs · 28g fat · 4g fiber
