Quick Ginger-Sesame Beef Stir-Fry with Broccoli

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A speedy stir-fry of tender beef strips and crisp broccoli florets tossed in a savory ginger-sesame sauce, perfect for a weeknight dinner. This asian-inspired beef ready in about 25 minutes pairs soy sauce, grated fresh ginger, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 360 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 360 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 12 oz thinly sliced flank steak with 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, and 1 minced garlic clove. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add marinated beef in a single layer and sear for 2 minutes without stirring to get a good sear.
  3. Step 3: Stir-fry the beef for another 1-2 minutes until browned but still tender. Remove beef from the pan and set aside.
  4. Step 4: Add remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil and 1 tbsp sesame oil to the pan. Toss in 3 cups broccoli florets and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender.
  5. Step 5: Return beef to the pan with broccoli. Stir in 1 tsp brown sugar, remaining 1 minced garlic clove, and 1 tbsp soy sauce. Pour in 1 tsp cornstarch dissolved in 2 tbsp water and cook for 1 minute until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and broccoli.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat, garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving over steamed rice or noodles.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Quick Ginger-Sesame 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 Quick Ginger-Sesame 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 soy sauce from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Quick Ginger-Sesame 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 Quick Ginger-Sesame 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 Quick Ginger-Sesame 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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