Quick Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry
A quick and easy homemade beef and broccoli stir-fry that rivals takeout, featuring tender beef, crisp broccoli, and a savory-sweet sauce ready in about 20 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced across the grain
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets (about 300g), washed and cut into bite-sized pieces
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce (optional)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or peanut oil
- Optional: red pepper flakes, sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Slice 1 pound of flank steak thinly across the grain. Toss the slices with 1 tablespoon soy sauce and 1 teaspoon cornstarch. Marinate for at least 10 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons oyster sauce, 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil. Set aside.
- Cut 4 cups fresh broccoli into bite-sized florets. Rinse and drain thoroughly.
- Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable or peanut oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking, about 2 minutes.
- Add the marinated beef in a single layer and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned but not fully cooked. Remove beef and set aside.
- Add more oil if needed. Sauté minced garlic and grated ginger for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add broccoli and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until bright green and just tender.
- Return beef to the pan. Pour the prepared sauce over everything and stir well. Add the cornstarch mixture and stir continuously for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats beef and broccoli.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or red pepper flakes. Garnish with sliced green onions if desired. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.
Notes
Slice beef thinly against the grain for tenderness. Marinate beef with soy sauce and cornstarch to seal in juices and improve texture. Stir continuously when adding sauce to avoid lumps and ensure even thickening. Avoid overcooking broccoli to keep it crisp-tender. Use tamari for gluten-free version. Frozen broccoli can be used but adjust cooking time to prevent mushiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Protein: 25
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