Stir-Fried Beef and Broccoli in Garlic Ginger Sauce

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Tender slices of beef quickly stir-fried with crisp broccoli florets in a savory garlic ginger sauce, perfect for a quick Asian-inspired meal. This asian-inspired beef ready in about 27 minutes pairs broccoli florets, vegetable oil, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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.

★ 4.3 (11 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Combine 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce, 2 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tsp brown sugar, and 1/4 cup water in a small bowl and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering but not smoking.
  3. Step 3: Add 12 oz thinly sliced flank steak and stir-fry for 2 minutes until just browned but not fully cooked. Remove beef and set aside.
  4. Step 4: In the same wok, add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Step 5: Add 3 cups broccoli florets and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender.
  6. Step 6: Return the beef to the wok along with the prepared sauce mixture, stirring to combine.
  7. Step 7: Add 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water to the wok and cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and broccoli.
  8. Step 8: Season with 1/4 tsp black pepper and serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Beef and Broccoli in Garlic Ginger Sauce 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 Stir-Fried Beef and Broccoli in 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 Stir-Fried Beef and Broccoli in 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 Stir-Fried Beef and Broccoli in 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 Stir-Fried Beef and Broccoli in 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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