Quick Stir-Fry Beef with Broccoli and Ginger

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A simple and fast stir-fry combining tender beef strips with crisp broccoli and a fragrant ginger-soy glaze. This asian-inspired beef ready in about 22 minutes pairs flank steak, thinly sliced, broccoli florets, fresh ginger, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 370 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 370 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 1/4 cup water until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add 1 lb thinly sliced flank steak and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until browned but not fully cooked through. Remove beef and set aside.
  3. Step 3: In the same skillet, add 2 tbsp sesame oil, 2 tbsp minced fresh ginger, and 3 minced garlic cloves. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Add 4 cups broccoli florets and cook for 3-4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
  5. Step 5: Return beef to the skillet, pour in the soy sauce mixture, and stir-fry for another 2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the beef and broccoli evenly. Serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Quick Stir-Fry Beef with Broccoli and Ginger take to make?

Total time is about 22 minutes (10 min prep + 12 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 Stir-Fry Beef with Broccoli and Ginger?

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, thinly sliced from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Quick Stir-Fry Beef with Broccoli and Ginger?

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 Stir-Fry Beef with Broccoli and Ginger 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 Quick Stir-Fry Beef with Broccoli and Ginger?

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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