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Quick Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

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A quick and easy beef and broccoli stir fry recipe ready in under 20 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights with simple ingredients and a flavorful sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 3 cups fresh broccoli florets, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger (optional)
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (regular or low sodium)
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce (hoisin sauce as substitute)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 3 tablespoons cold water (slurry)
  • 2 stalks green onions, sliced thin
  • Optional: pinch of chili flakes

Instructions

  1. Slice the beef thinly, about 1/8-inch thick strips against the grain. Set aside in a bowl.
  2. Make the marinade and sauce: combine 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon oyster sauce, and 1 teaspoon cornstarch in a small bowl. Pour over beef, toss to coat evenly, and let sit for 10 minutes.
  3. Prepare the broccoli by cutting into bite-sized florets. Optionally blanch in boiling water for 1 minute, then drain and cool.
  4. Mix the stir fry sauce: whisk together remaining 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon oyster sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and 1/4 cup water. Set aside.
  5. Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. When shimmering, add marinated beef in a single layer. Cook 2-3 minutes without stirring to sear, then stir-fry 1-2 minutes until just browned but not fully cooked. Remove beef and set aside.
  6. In the same pan, add a splash more oil if needed. Stir-fry broccoli for 3-4 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender. Add a splash of water and cover briefly to steam if softer veggies are preferred.
  7. Return beef to the pan. Pour stir fry sauce over and stir well. Add cornstarch slurry and stir. Cook 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats everything.
  8. Drizzle toasted sesame oil and toss once more for aroma.
  9. Garnish with sliced green onions and chili flakes if using. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.

Notes

Slice beef thinly against the grain for tenderness. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming. Stir constantly after adding cornstarch slurry to avoid lumps. Use low sodium soy sauce for moderate salt content. For gluten-free, substitute tamari for soy sauce and check oyster sauce labels.

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