Beef Stir-Fry with Broccoli and Shiitake
Savory, umami-rich beef strips stir-fried with crisp broccoli and earthy mushrooms in a savory sauce. This asian ready in about 32 minutes pairs florets broccoli, avocado oil, minced garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 310 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 grain beef sirloin
- 2 cups, florets broccoli
- 8 oz, stems removed and sliced shiitake mushrooms
- 3 tbsp avocado oil
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tbsp, grated ginger
- 3 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp avocado oil in a large skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add beef and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned but not cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
- Step 2: Add remaining 1 tbsp avocado oil to skillet. Sauté garlic and ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add broccoli and mushrooms, stir-frying for 4-5 minutes until broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp.
- Step 4: Return beef to skillet, add coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, and black pepper. Toss for 2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats ingredients evenly.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Beef Stir-Fry with Broccoli and Shiitake take to make?
Total time is about 32 minutes (20 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 Shiitake?
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 florets broccoli from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Beef Stir-Fry with Broccoli and Shiitake?
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 Shiitake 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 Stir-Fry with Broccoli and Shiitake?
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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
This has become our go-to asian dish. We make it weekly.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★☆☆☆
Followed exactly and it was underwhelming. Maybe my expectations were too high.
