Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry with Ginger Garlic

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Tender beef strips and crisp broccoli simmered in a ginger-garlic sauce, served over rice for a satisfying meal. This chinese-inspired asian ready in about 40 minutes pairs flank steak, soy sauce, cornstarch for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Chinese cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Thinly slice flank steak against the grain. In a bowl, combine 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp cornstarch, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tbsp sugar. Add steak and toss to coat; set aside for 10 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated steak and cook for 3-4 minutes until browned; remove and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 tbsp vegetable oil to the skillet, then stir in minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Add broccoli florets and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender.
  5. Step 5: In a small bowl, whisk 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1 tbsp cornstarch, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp sugar, and 1/4 cup water. Pour into skillet and bring to a simmer, stirring until sauce thickens.
  6. Step 6: Return steak to skillet and toss to coat. Cook for 2 minutes until heated through.

Frequently asked questions

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

Total time is about 40 minutes (20 min prep + 20 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 Ginger 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 flank steak from drying out.

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

Chinese 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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