Stir-Fried Beef with Broccoli and Garlic-Soy Sauce

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Tender strips of beef stir-fried with crisp broccoli in a savory garlic-soy sauce, perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner. This chinese-inspired beef ready in about 25 minutes pairs broccoli florets, garlic cloves, minced, 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 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.

★ 4.3 (15 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Chinese cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, toss 1 lb thinly sliced flank steak with 1 tbsp cornstarch until pieces are 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 slightly tender; transfer broccoli to a plate.
  3. Step 3: Add remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil to the wok. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Step 4: Add the beef to the wok in a single layer and sear for 2-3 minutes without stirring to get a good sear, then stir-fry until just cooked through, about 2 more minutes.
  5. Step 5: Stir together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp oyster sauce, 1/4 cup water, 1 tsp brown sugar, and 1 tsp sesame oil in a small bowl, then pour into the wok with beef. Return the broccoli to the wok and toss everything together for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and coats the beef and broccoli evenly.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Beef with Broccoli and Garlic-Soy Sauce take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 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 with Broccoli and Garlic-Soy 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 with Broccoli and Garlic-Soy 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 with Broccoli and Garlic-Soy 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 with Broccoli and Garlic-Soy 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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