How To Make Beef and Broccoli Recipe with Stir Fry Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 pound Flank Steak (Thinly sliced against the grain after freezing 30 minutes)
• 1 pound Broccoli Crowns (Cut into bite‑size pieces (about 6 cups))
• 3 Garlic Cloves (Grated to yield about 2 teaspoons minced garlic)
• 1 inch piece Fresh Ginger Root (Grated to loosely packed 1 teaspoon)
• 6 tablespoons Low‑Sodium Soy Sauce (Use low‑sodium version for less salt)
• 3 tablespoons Light Brown Sugar (Packed)
• 1.5 tablespoons Cornstarch (For thickening the sauce)
• 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil (Adds characteristic nutty flavor)
• 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper (Freshly ground)
• 0.5 cup Hot Water (Helps dissolve sugar and cornstarch)
• 2 tablespoons Cooking Oil (vegetable or canola) (Neutral oil with high smoke point)
• 2 cups cooked White Rice (Plain rice with a pinch of salt, served on the side)
• 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Seeds (Garnish for extra crunch and flavor)

Instructions

1. Freeze Beef for Easier Slicing

   Place the 1 lb flank steak on a plate, cover loosely, and put it in the freezer for 30 minutes.

   Time: PT30M

2. Make Stir‑Fry Sauce

   In a small mixing bowl combine grated garlic (2 tsp), grated ginger (1 tsp), ½ cup hot water, 6 Tbsp low‑sodium soy sauce, 3 Tbsp packed light brown sugar, 1½ Tbsp cornstarch, 2 Tbsp sesame oil, and ¼ tsp black pepper. Whisk until the sugar and cornstarch are fully dissolved.

   Time: PT5M

3. Prep Broccoli

   Trim the broccoli crowns and cut them into bite‑size pieces, aiming for about 6 cups total.

   Time: PT5M

4. Slice Frozen Beef

   After the 30‑minute chill, thinly slice the flank steak against the grain into bite‑size strips.

   Time: PT5M

5. Sauté Broccoli

   Heat the skillet over medium heat, add 1 Tbsp oil, then add the broccoli. Cover partially and sauté 4–5 minutes until bright green and crisp‑tender. If you prefer softer broccoli, add 1–2 Tbsp water to steam‑cook.

   Time: PT5M

6. Sauté Beef

   Transfer the skillet to medium‑high heat, add the remaining 1 Tbsp oil, and spread the sliced beef in a single layer. Cook about 2 minutes per side (≈4 minutes total) until fully cooked. Pull out a piece to test doneness.

   Time: PT5M

7. Combine Sauce with Beef

   Reduce heat to low, pour the prepared sauce over the beef, and stir. Simmer 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.

   Time: PT4M

8. Finish Stir‑Fry

   Return the cooked broccoli to the skillet, toss everything together for about 1 minute. Adjust sauce consistency with a splash of water if needed.

   Time: PT2M

9. Plate and Garnish

   Serve the beef and broccoli over hot steamed white rice and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

443

Protein

25 g

Carbohydrates

41 g

Fat

19 g

Fiber

1.5 g