Sautéed Ginger Beef Stir-Fry with Broccoli
Tender strips of beef quickly sautéed with fresh ginger and crisp broccoli in a savory soy garlic sauce. This chinese-inspired beef (high protein) ready in about 25 minutes pairs flank steak thinly sliced, broccoli florets, vegetable oil 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb flank steak thinly sliced
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 3 tbsp water
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 stalks green onions sliced
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 3 tbsp water until smooth; set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb thinly sliced flank steak and sauté for 3-4 minutes until browned but still tender. Remove beef and set aside.
- Step 3: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger and 3 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 4: Add 3 cups broccoli florets and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, cooking for 4-5 minutes until broccoli is bright green and crisp-tender.
- Step 5: Return the beef to the skillet and pour over the soy sauce mixture, stirring continuously. Cook for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and broccoli.
- Step 6: Drizzle 1 tsp sesame oil and sprinkle 2 sliced green onions. Toss gently and serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Ginger Beef Stir-Fry with Broccoli 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 Ginger 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 flank steak thinly sliced from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Ginger 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 Sautéed Ginger Beef Stir-Fry with 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.
Is Sautéed Ginger Beef Stir-Fry with Broccoli high protein?
Yes — this recipe is tagged high protein based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
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