Half-Hour Sesame-Ginger Beef Stir Fry with Broccoli
Quick stir fry featuring tender strips of beef and crisp broccoli tossed in a savory sesame-ginger sauce ready in just 30 minutes. This asian-inspired beef ready in about 30 minutes pairs thinly sliced flank steak, broccoli florets, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 3, 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 flank steak
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 3 tbsp water
- 2 sliced green onions
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 3 tbsp water until smooth.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering.
- Step 3: Add 12 oz thinly sliced flank steak and sear for 2-3 minutes until browned but not fully cooked; remove steak and set aside.
- Step 4: In the same wok, add 3 cups broccoli florets, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger; stir-fry for 4 minutes until broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp.
- Step 5: Return beef to wok, pour in the prepared sauce, and toss everything together for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and broccoli.
- Step 6: Remove from heat, garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, and serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Half-Hour Sesame-Ginger Beef Stir Fry with Broccoli take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 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 Half-Hour Sesame-Ginger 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 thinly sliced flank steak from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Half-Hour Sesame-Ginger 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 Half-Hour Sesame-Ginger Beef Stir Fry with Broccoli for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). 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 Half-Hour Sesame-Ginger Beef Stir Fry with Broccoli?
Asian 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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