Stir-Fried Beef and Broccoli with Garlic and Oyster Sauce

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Quick stir-fried beef and crisp broccoli tossed in a savory garlic oyster sauce, perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner served over rice. This chinese-inspired beef ready in about 30 minutes pairs pound flank steak, thinly sliced, broccoli florets, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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.

★ 4.3 (8 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Chinese cuisine 400 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, toss 1 pound thinly sliced flank steak with 1 tbsp cornstarch until evenly coated; set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 4 cups broccoli florets and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until bright green and just tender, then transfer to a plate.
  3. Step 3: Add remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil to the wok, then add 5 minced garlic cloves and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Add the coated beef slices to the wok and stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  5. Step 5: In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp oyster sauce, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1/4 cup water, 1 tsp brown sugar, and 1/2 tsp ground black pepper.
  6. Step 6: Return broccoli to the wok and pour the sauce mixture over the beef and broccoli. Stir-fry for another 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats everything.
  7. Step 7: Drizzle 1 tsp sesame oil over the dish, toss briefly, and serve immediately with steamed rice.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Beef and Broccoli with Garlic and Oyster 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 Stir-Fried Beef and Broccoli with Garlic and Oyster 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 with Garlic and Oyster 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 with Garlic and Oyster Sauce 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 Stir-Fried Beef and Broccoli with Garlic and Oyster Sauce?

Chinese 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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