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Quick Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry Recipe

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A quick and easy beef and broccoli stir-fry ready in 20 minutes, featuring tender beef, crisp-tender broccoli, and a savory-sweet sauce perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 4 cups fresh broccoli florets (about 300g)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce (60ml)
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce (30ml)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar (12g)
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil (5ml)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (8g), mixed with 2 tablespoons water (30ml) to make slurry
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (30ml)
  • 2 stalks green onions, sliced thinly (optional)
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Thinly slice 1 pound of flank steak against the grain into 1/4-inch strips. Toss with 1 tablespoon soy sauce and 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional) and set aside for 10 minutes.
  2. Wash and cut broccoli into bite-sized florets (4 cups). Optionally blanch in boiling water for 1 minute, then drain and rinse under cold water.
  3. In a small bowl, mix 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons oyster sauce, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil, and a pinch of red pepper flakes if using. Stir until sugar dissolves.
  4. Combine 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water to make slurry and set aside.
  5. Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add beef in a single layer and sear for about 2 minutes without stirring. Toss and cook another 1-2 minutes until mostly cooked but tender. Remove beef and set aside.
  6. In the same pan, add more oil if needed. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, stir for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add broccoli and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
  7. Return beef to the pan with broccoli. Pour sauce over and toss to coat. Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens.
  8. Remove from heat, garnish with sliced green onions, and serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.

Notes

Slice beef thinly against the grain for tenderness. Use low-sodium soy sauce to control saltiness. Blanch broccoli briefly to keep it crisp-tender and vibrant green. Add cornstarch slurry last to thicken sauce without making it gloopy. For gluten-free, substitute tamari for soy sauce and check oyster sauce ingredients.

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