Crispy Garlic Beef Stir-Fry with Broccoli

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A savory, restaurant-quality stir-fry featuring tender beef, crisp-tender broccoli, and a fragrant garlic-ginger sauce that comes together in under 25 minutes. This chinese-inspired beef ready in about 25 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 450 calories and feeds 2, 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.

★ 3.8 (8 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 2 Chinese cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 12 oz flank steak, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp cornstarch, and 1 tbsp rice wine; mix well and marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the marinated steak in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until browned but not fully cooked; remove and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 head broccoli (cut into 1-inch florets) and 2 tbsp water to the skillet; cover and steam for 3 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender. Uncover and stir in 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Return the steak to the skillet, add 1 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tsp sugar, and 1/4 cup water; stir to combine and cook for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients.
  5. Step 5: Stir in 1/4 cup cashews and 2 sliced green onions, cooking for 1 minute more until the cashews are toasted and the vegetables are tender-crisp.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 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 Crispy Garlic Beef Stir-Fry with Broccoli?

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 Crispy Garlic Beef Stir-Fry with Broccoli?

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 Crispy Garlic Beef Stir-Fry with Broccoli for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Crispy Garlic Beef Stir-Fry with Broccoli?

Chinese beef 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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