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Quick Savory Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

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A fast and flavorful 15-minute stir fry featuring tender beef and crisp broccoli in a savory sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces (225g) flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 3 cups (about 300g) fresh broccoli florets
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) oyster sauce (optional but recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable oil (canola or grapeseed)
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) water or beef broth
  • 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced (optional garnish)
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Thinly slice 8 ounces (225g) of beef against the grain into strips about 1/8 inch (3mm) thick. Optionally marinate with 1 tablespoon soy sauce and 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch for 10 minutes.
  2. Wash and cut 3 cups (about 300g) broccoli into bite-sized florets. Pat dry.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup (60ml) soy sauce, 2 tablespoons (30ml) oyster sauce, 1 teaspoon brown sugar, 1 teaspoon cornstarch, and 1/4 cup (60ml) water or beef broth until smooth. Set aside.
  4. Heat wok or large skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable oil until hot.
  5. Add beef strips in a single layer and stir-fry about 2 minutes until edges brown but center is slightly pink. Remove beef and set aside.
  6. Lower heat slightly, add more oil if needed, then stir-fry minced garlic and grated ginger for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  7. Add broccoli florets and stir-fry 3-4 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender.
  8. Return beef to pan with broccoli, pour sauce over, and toss quickly to coat. Stir-fry 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens.
  9. Drizzle 1 teaspoon sesame oil over stir fry, sprinkle optional red pepper flakes and sliced green onions, toss to combine.
  10. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.

Notes

Slice beef thinly against the grain for tenderness. Do not overcrowd the pan to avoid steaming. Marinate beef briefly with soy sauce and cornstarch to lock in moisture. Pat broccoli dry to prevent steaming. Adjust sauce thickness by adding water if too thick. Use tamari and gluten-free oyster sauce for gluten-free version.

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