Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry with Sesame
Quick and savory stir-fry featuring tender beef strips and crisp broccoli in a savory sesame-ginger sauce. This asian-inspired asian fusion (low-carb) ready in about 25 minutes pairs cut into florets Broccoli, Sesame oil, minced Garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 178 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.
Ingredients
- 12 oz, thinly sliced against the grain Beef sirloin
- 16 oz, cut into florets Broccoli
- 1 tbsp Sesame oil
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 tbsp, grated Ginger
- 2 tbsp Soy sauce (low-sodium)
- 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
- 1 tsp Sesame seeds
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 2 tbsp Water
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add beef and cook for 3-4 minutes until browned, then remove and set aside.
- Step 2: Add broccoli to skillet, sprinkle with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, and stir-fry for 5 minutes until crisp-tender. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, then cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Return beef to skillet, add soy sauce, rice vinegar, and water. Cook for 2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats ingredients. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry with Sesame take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 Sesame?
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 cut into florets broccoli from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry with Sesame?
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 Sesame 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.
Is Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry with Sesame low-carb?
Yes — this recipe is tagged low-carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
