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Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry Recipe Easy 20-Minute Savory Dinner

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This quick and easy beef and broccoli stir fry features tender beef, crisp broccoli, and a savory, glossy sauce that rivals your favorite takeout. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights and sure to please the whole family.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced across the grain
  • 2 teaspoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons water or beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 3 cups broccoli florets, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or avocado oil
  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish, optional)
  • Sesame seeds, for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Place thinly sliced beef in a bowl. Add soy sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil. Toss until evenly coated and let marinate for 5-10 minutes.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together low-sodium soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, water or beef broth, cornstarch, grated ginger, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir until cornstarch dissolves.
  3. Wash and cut broccoli into small florets. Pat dry.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add broccoli and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until bright green and just tender. Transfer to a plate.
  5. Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the pan. When hot, add half the beef in a single layer. Sear undisturbed for 30 seconds, then stir-fry for another minute until just browned. Remove and repeat with remaining beef.
  6. Return all beef and broccoli to the pan. Whisk the sauce again and pour it in. Stir constantly for 1-2 minutes until the sauce bubbles, thickens, and coats everything.
  7. Remove from heat. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve hot over rice, noodles, or as is.

Notes

Slice beef thinly against the grain for tenderness. Dry broccoli well to avoid watery stir fry. Prep all ingredients before cooking for best results. For gluten-free, use tamari and gluten-free oyster sauce. Leftovers taste even better the next day. You can substitute chicken, shrimp, tofu, or other veggies as desired.

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