Quick 30-Minute Beef Stir Fry with Broccoli and Ginger

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-29 · Updated 2026-05-29

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A speedy stir fry combining tender strips of beef with crisp broccoli and a fragrant ginger-soy sauce for a satisfying weeknight dinner. This Asian-inspired beef recipe (high protein), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs broccoli florets, fresh ginger, minced, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
4 cups broccoli florets
2 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tbsp sesame oil
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 tbsp brown sugar
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1/4 cup water
1/4 tsp (optional) red pepper flakes

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1 lb thinly sliced flank steak, 1 tbsp cornstarch, and 2 tbsp soy sauce. Toss to coat and set aside for 5 minutes.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat until shimmering. Add the marinated beef in a single layer and sear for 2-3 minutes until browned but not fully cooked. Remove beef and set aside.
Step 3: In the same skillet, add 2 tbsp sesame oil, 2 tbsp minced fresh ginger, and 3 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 4: Add 4 cups broccoli florets and 1/4 cup water, cover and steam for 3-4 minutes until broccoli is bright green and just tender.
Step 5: Return the beef to the skillet, add 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional). Stir-fry everything together for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and broccoli evenly.
Step 6: Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles if desired.