Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry with Garlic Soy Sauce

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A quick and savory beef stir-fry with crisp broccoli florets in a garlicky soy sauce glaze, perfect for a high-protein weeknight dinner. This Chinese-inspired healthy bowl recipe (high protein, gluten free option), ready in about 27 minutes, pairs flank steak, broccoli florets, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 3 Chinese cuisine 410 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tbsp cornstarch, 1/4 cup water, 1 tsp brown sugar, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat until shimmering. Add 10 oz thinly sliced flank steak and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned but not fully cooked. Remove steak and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Add remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil to the skillet. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 3 cups broccoli florets. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp.
  4. Step 4: Return steak to the skillet and pour in the prepared sauce. Stir well to combine and cook for 2 more minutes until sauce thickens and coats the beef and broccoli.
  5. Step 5: Drizzle 1 tsp sesame oil over the stir-fry and toss to finish. Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry with Garlic Soy 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 Soy 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 Soy 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 Soy Sauce for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). 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.

Is Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry with Garlic Soy Sauce high protein?

Yes — this recipe is tagged high protein, gluten free option based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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