Stir-Fried Garlic Beef with Broccoli and Bell Pepper
Tender strips of beef quickly stir-fried with crisp broccoli and sweet bell peppers in a savory garlic sauce, perfect for a speedy weeknight dinner. This asian-inspired beef ready in about 27 minutes pairs broccoli florets, medium, thinly sliced red bell pepper, minced 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
- 12 oz, thinly sliced against the grain flank steak
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 1 medium, thinly sliced red bell pepper
- 5, minced garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 3 tbsp water
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tbsp cornstarch, 3 tbsp water, 1 tsp brown sugar, and 1/2 tsp ground black pepper until smooth; set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 12 oz thinly sliced flank steak and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned but still tender; remove beef and set aside.
- Step 3: In the same wok, add 5 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add 3 cups broccoli florets and 1 medium thinly sliced red bell pepper, stir-frying for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Step 4: Return the beef to the wok and pour the prepared sauce over the mixture. Stir-fry for another 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and vegetables.
- Step 5: Drizzle 1 tsp sesame oil over the stir-fry, toss well, and remove from heat before serving immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Stir-Fried Garlic Beef with Broccoli and Bell Pepper 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 Garlic Beef with Broccoli and Bell Pepper?
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 Garlic Beef with Broccoli and Bell Pepper?
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 Garlic Beef with Broccoli and Bell Pepper 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 Garlic Beef with Broccoli and Bell Pepper?
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.
