One-Dish Beef and Broccoli

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Succulent beef strips stir-fried with crisp broccoli in a savory-sweet soy and garlic sauce, ready in 25 minutes for a fast weeknight dinner. This chinese-inspired asian 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 400 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.

★ 4.8 (14 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Chinese cuisine 400 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1 lb thinly sliced flank steak, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp cornstarch, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tbsp sugar. Toss to coat and let marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Step 3: Add the marinated beef and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until browned on the outside but still slightly pink inside. Remove beef and set aside.
  4. Step 4: Add 3 cups broccoli florets and 1 sliced red bell pepper to the skillet. Stir-fry for 4 minutes until broccoli is bright green and crisp-tender.
  5. Step 5: Return the beef to the skillet. Add 1/4 cup water, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1 tsp grated ginger. Stir to combine.
  6. Step 6: Cook for 2 more minutes until sauce thickens and coats the ingredients. Stir in 1 tbsp sesame oil.
  7. Step 7: Garnish with 1/4 cup sliced green onions and serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does One-Dish Beef and 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 One-Dish Beef and 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 One-Dish Beef and 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 One-Dish Beef and 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 One-Dish Beef and Broccoli?

Chinese 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.

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