Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry (Printable Version)

Tender beef and crisp broccoli tossed in a savory garlic soy sauce, ready in just 30 minutes.

# Ingredient List:

→ Beef

01 - 1 pound flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
02 - 1 tablespoon cornstarch
03 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
04 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil

→ Vegetables

05 - 12 ounces broccoli florets
06 - 1 medium carrot, thinly sliced (optional)
07 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

→ Garlic Soy Sauce

08 - 4 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
09 - 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
10 - 1 tablespoon brown sugar
11 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
12 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
13 - 2 tablespoons water
14 - 1 teaspoon cornstarch

→ Garnish

15 - 2 green onions, sliced
16 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Combine the flank steak slices with cornstarch, soy sauce, and sesame oil in a bowl. Mix thoroughly and let rest for at least 10 minutes.
02 - Whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, water, and cornstarch in a small bowl. Set aside.
03 - Bring a pot of water to a boil, then blanch the broccoli florets for 1 minute until bright green and just tender. Drain and set aside.
04 - Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add the marinated beef in a single layer and sear for 1 to 2 minutes until browned but not fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
05 - Add the remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil to the pan. Stir fry the broccoli and optional carrot slices for 2 minutes.
06 - Return the beef to the pan with the vegetables. Pour in the prepared garlic soy sauce and toss to evenly coat. Stir fry for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens and beef is fully cooked.
07 - Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It comes together in 30 minutes, faster than ordering takeout and tastes twice as good.
  • The garlic soy sauce clings to every piece of beef and broccoli, delivering bold flavor in every bite.
  • Youll use simple ingredients you probably already have, with no exotic pantry items required.
02 -
  • Slice the beef against the grain or it will be chewy no matter how perfectly you cook it.
  • Keep the heat high and work fast so the vegetables stay crisp and the beef sears instead of steams.
  • Mix the sauce ahead and have everything prepped before you start cooking, because once the wok is hot, things move quickly.
03 -
  • Freeze the beef for 15 minutes before slicing so it cuts into thin, even strips effortlessly.
  • Use a wok if you have one, the high sides and even heat distribution make stir frying much easier.
  • Taste the sauce before adding it to the pan and adjust the soy or sugar to match your preference.

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