Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry with Garlic Sauce

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Tender beef strips and crisp broccoli in a savory garlic sauce, served over steamed rice for a quick weeknight dinner. This asian ready in about 27 minutes pairs flank steak, broccoli, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 4.0 (15 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp grated ginger, 1 tbsp cornstarch, and 2 tbsp water.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok over high heat. Add 12 oz thinly sliced flank steak and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Add 2 cups broccoli florets to the wok and stir-fry for 3 minutes until crisp-tender. Push vegetables to the side.
  4. Step 4: Return beef to wok, pour in sauce mixture, and stir until thickened and coating ingredients (about 2 minutes).
  5. Step 5: Stir in 1 tsp sesame oil. Serve immediately over 3 cups cooked rice.

Frequently asked questions

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

Total time is about 27 minutes (15 min prep + 12 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 Sauce?

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 flank steak from drying out.

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

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 Sauce 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 Sauce?

Asian asian 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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