Stir-Fried Black Garlic Beef with Broccoli
Tender strips of beef quickly stir-fried with broccoli florets and a rich black garlic soy glaze for an umami-packed Chinese-inspired dinner. This chinese-inspired new year ready in about 25 minutes pairs flank steak, broccoli florets, black garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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
- 1 lb, thinly sliced against the grain flank steak
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 6, mashed into a paste black garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp, finely grated fresh ginger
- 2, minced garlic cloves
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2, sliced thin for garnish scallions
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Instructions
- Step 1: Toss 1 lb thinly sliced flank steak with 1 tbsp cornstarch until evenly coated and set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add steak slices in a single layer and sear for 2 minutes without stirring to develop color, then stir-fry for another 1 minute until mostly cooked; remove steak to a plate.
- Step 3: In the same wok, add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 4: Add 3 cups broccoli florets and 1/4 cup water, cover and steam-fry for 3-4 minutes until broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp.
- Step 5: Stir in a paste made from 6 mashed black garlic cloves, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp oyster sauce, and 1 tsp sesame oil; mix well.
- Step 6: Return the cooked beef to the wok and toss everything together over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the beef and broccoli.
- Step 7: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 thinly sliced scallions before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Stir-Fried Black Garlic Beef with Broccoli 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 Black Garlic Beef with 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 flank steak from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Black Garlic Beef with 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 Stir-Fried Black Garlic Beef with 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.
What goes well with Stir-Fried Black Garlic Beef with Broccoli?
Chinese new year 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
My family loved the stir-fry. The black garlic really elevated the dish, perfect for the holiday.
- ★★★★★
This was a hit at my New Year's Eve dinner! The black garlic gave such a deep flavor, and the beef was tender.
- ★★★★☆
This was good, but I found it slightly bland. Maybe add a bit more soy sauce next time.
