Stir-Fried Garlic Beef with Broccoli and Shiitake Mushrooms
Tender strips of beef stir-fried with crisp broccoli and earthy shiitake mushrooms in a savory garlic sauce perfect for a quick Asian-inspired dinner. This chinese-inspired stir fry ready in about 30 minutes pairs broccoli florets, sliced shiitake mushrooms, finely minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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 cup, sliced shiitake mushrooms
- 5 cloves, finely minced garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 2 stalks, sliced for garnish green onions
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, toss 12 oz thinly sliced flank steak with 1 tbsp cornstarch and 1/2 tsp ground black pepper until evenly coated; set aside.
- Step 2: Whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tsp brown sugar, and 1/4 cup water in a small bowl to create the stir-fry sauce.
- Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add the coated beef in a single layer and sear for 2 minutes without stirring, then stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until browned but still tender. Remove beef and set aside.
- Step 4: Add remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil to the wok, then add 5 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 5: Add 3 cups broccoli florets and 1 cup sliced shiitake mushrooms, stir-frying for 4-5 minutes until broccoli is bright green and slightly tender.
- Step 6: Return the cooked beef to the wok, pour in the prepared sauce, and toss everything together over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats all ingredients.
- Step 7: Drizzle 1 tsp sesame oil over the stir-fry, toss once more, then remove from heat. Garnish with 2 sliced green onions before serving immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Stir-Fried Garlic Beef with Broccoli and Shiitake Mushrooms 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 Garlic Beef with Broccoli and Shiitake Mushrooms?
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 Shiitake Mushrooms?
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 Shiitake Mushrooms 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 Shiitake Mushrooms?
Chinese stir fry 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.