Sautéed Beef and Broccoli with Garlic Ginger Soy Glaze

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Tender strips of beef and crisp broccoli florets cooked in a savory garlic ginger soy sauce for a quick and flavorful stir-fry. This chinese-inspired beef ready in about 25 minutes pairs (about 12 oz) broccoli florets, vegetable oil, minced garlic cloves 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: 15 min Serves 4 Chinese cuisine 370 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp 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 medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb thinly sliced flank steak and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until browned but not fully cooked. Remove beef and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Add the remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil to the skillet, then sauté 4 cups broccoli florets for 3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender.
  4. Step 4: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger to the broccoli, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Step 5: Return the beef to the skillet, pour in the soy sauce mixture, and stir well. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and broccoli evenly. Sprinkle 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes if using.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving with steamed rice or noodles.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Beef and Broccoli with Garlic Ginger Soy Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 Sautéed Beef and Broccoli with Garlic Ginger Soy Glaze?

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 vegetable oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Beef and Broccoli with Garlic Ginger Soy Glaze?

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 Sautéed Beef and Broccoli with Garlic Ginger Soy Glaze 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 Sautéed Beef and Broccoli with Garlic Ginger Soy Glaze?

Chinese 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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