Sautéed Beef and Broccoli with Garlic and Tamari
Tender beef strips with crisp broccoli in a savory tamari sauce, ready in 15 minutes. This asian-inspired beef ready in about 25 minutes pairs ounces flank steak, tablespoons avocado oil, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 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
- 12 ounces flank steak
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1.5 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons sugar-free tamari
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Step 1: Slice flank steak thinly against the grain. Heat 1 tablespoon avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef and cook 3-4 minutes per side until browned; remove and set aside.
- Step 2: Add remaining 1 tablespoon avocado oil to skillet, then add minced garlic and sauté 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add broccoli florets and stir to coat with oil. Add tamari, sesame oil, red pepper flakes, and water, stirring to combine.
- Step 4: Return beef to skillet, stir until sauce thickens slightly (3-4 minutes), and broccoli is tender-crisp.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Beef and Broccoli with Garlic and Tamari take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 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 and Tamari?
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 ounces flank steak from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Beef and Broccoli with Garlic and Tamari?
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 and Tamari 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 and Tamari?
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.
