Sautéed Beef Stir-Fry with Sesame-Ginger Broccoli
Tender strips of beef quickly sautéed and combined with crisp broccoli tossed in a fragrant sesame-ginger sauce. This asian-inspired beef (high protein) ready in about 27 minutes pairs broccoli florets, divided sesame oil, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.
Ingredients
- 12 oz, thinly sliced against the grain flank steak
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp, divided sesame oil
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp, minced fresh ginger
- 2 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2, thinly sliced green onions
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, and 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water until smooth.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add 12 oz thinly sliced flank steak and sauté for 2-3 minutes until browned but not fully cooked. Remove steak and set aside.
- Step 3: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp sesame oil and 4 cups broccoli florets. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until broccoli is bright green and just tender.
- Step 4: Return beef to the skillet, pour the sauce over, and stir-fry together for another 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and broccoli.
- Step 5: Drizzle with remaining 1 tbsp sesame oil, sprinkle 2 thinly sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds on top, and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Beef Stir-Fry with Sesame-Ginger Broccoli 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 Stir-Fry with Sesame-Ginger 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 broccoli florets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Beef Stir-Fry with Sesame-Ginger 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 Beef Stir-Fry with Sesame-Ginger Broccoli 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.
Is Sautéed Beef Stir-Fry with Sesame-Ginger 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.
