Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry with Garlic

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Quick, savory stir-fry featuring tender flank steak and crisp broccoli in a savory-sweet sauce. This asian-inspired stir fry ready in about 25 minutes pairs ounces, thinly sliced flank steak, florets broccoli, tablespoons soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

★ 4.1 (14 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Whisk soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, rice vinegar, sugar, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl; set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add flank steak in a single layer and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned but not cooked through; remove and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Add remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil to skillet, then stir-fry minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add broccoli florets and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender.
  4. Step 4: Return steak to skillet, pour in sauce mixture, and stir until sauce thickens and coats ingredients, about 1 minute.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry with Garlic take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry with Garlic?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep florets broccoli from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry with Garlic?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry with Garlic for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry with Garlic?

Asian stir fry like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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