Ginger-Garlic Stir-Fried Beef with Broccoli

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Tender strips of beef and crisp broccoli florets stir-fried in a savory ginger-garlic soy sauce, perfect over steamed rice. This chinese-inspired chinese ready in about 30 minutes pairs broccoli florets, vegetable oil, minced fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 330 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.

★ 4.4 (13 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Chinese cuisine 330 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Toss 12 oz thinly sliced flank steak with 1 tsp cornstarch in a bowl until evenly coated and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Step 3: Add the beef slices to the pan in a single layer and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until just browned and no longer pink inside, then transfer to a plate.
  4. Step 4: In the same pan, add 4 cups broccoli florets and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
  5. Step 5: Mix 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce, 2 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1/3 cup water, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes in a small bowl.
  6. Step 6: Return the beef to the pan, pour the sauce mixture over, and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and broccoli.
  7. Step 7: Remove from heat and drizzle 1 tsp sesame oil over the stir-fry, tossing gently to combine before serving immediately over steamed rice.

Frequently asked questions

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

Total time is about 30 minutes (15 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 Ginger-Garlic Stir-Fried Beef 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 broccoli florets from drying out.

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

Chinese chinese 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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