Sautéed Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry with Garlic Ginger Sauce

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Tender strips of beef and crisp broccoli florets tossed in a savory garlic ginger sauce for a classic Asian stir fry. This Asian-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs broccoli florets, vegetable oil, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 15 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tsp brown sugar, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 3 tbsp water until smooth and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 12 oz thinly sliced flank steak and sauté for 3-4 minutes until browned but still tender. Remove steak from skillet and set aside.
  3. Step 3: In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil and 3 cups broccoli florets. Stir fry for 4-5 minutes until broccoli is bright green and slightly tender.
  4. Step 4: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger to the broccoli. Stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Step 5: Return the cooked beef to the skillet and pour the prepared sauce over everything. Stir continuously and cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and broccoli.
  6. Step 6: Drizzle 1 tsp sesame oil over the stir fry, toss gently, and serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry with Garlic Ginger Sauce take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (15 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 Stir Fry with Garlic Ginger Sauce?

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 broccoli florets from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry with Garlic Ginger Sauce?

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 Stir Fry with Garlic Ginger Sauce 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 Sautéed Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry with Garlic Ginger Sauce?

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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