Sautéed Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry with Ginger Soy Glaze

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A quick stir fry featuring tender beef strips and crisp broccoli florets in a savory ginger soy glaze, perfect for a weeknight dinner. This asian-inspired beef ready in about 27 minutes pairs flank steak, broccoli florets, fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 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 wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb thinly sliced flank steak and sear for 2-3 minutes until browned but not fully cooked. Remove beef and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Add 3 cups broccoli florets to the same pan and stir fry for 3-4 minutes until bright green and just tender.
  4. Step 4: Add 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger and 3 minced garlic cloves to the broccoli, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Step 5: Return the beef to the pan along with the soy sauce mixture and 1 tbsp sesame oil. Stir continuously and cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and broccoli evenly.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.

Frequently asked questions

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

Total time is about 27 minutes (15 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 Sautéed Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry with 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 flank steak from drying out.

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

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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