Beef Stir-Fry with Broccoli and Ginger Garlic Sauce

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Tender strips of beef quickly stir-fried with crisp broccoli florets in a fresh ginger garlic sauce, perfect for a Whole30 compliant dinner. This asian-inspired beef (whole30, gluten free) ready in about 27 minutes pairs broccoli florets, minced fresh ginger, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 1.5 tbsp olive oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb thinly sliced flank steak seasoned with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned but still slightly pink inside. Remove beef and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Add remaining 1.5 tbsp olive oil to the wok. Add 4 cups broccoli florets and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until bright green and slightly tender.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp minced fresh ginger and 4 minced garlic cloves, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Return the cooked beef to the wok. Add 3 tbsp coconut aminos, 1 tsp sesame oil, remaining 1/4 tsp salt, remaining 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 cup water. Toss everything together and cook for 2 more minutes until sauce thickens slightly and coats beef and broccoli.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and serve immediately over cauliflower rice or alone.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Beef Stir-Fry with Broccoli and Ginger 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 Stir-Fry with Broccoli and Ginger 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 broccoli florets from drying out.

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

Is Beef Stir-Fry with Broccoli and Ginger Garlic Sauce whole30?

Yes — this recipe is tagged whole30, gluten free, dairy free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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