Stir-Fried Garlic Ginger Beef with Sesame Broccoli

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Tender strips of beef sautéed with fresh garlic and ginger, tossed with crunchy broccoli florets and a savory sesame-soy glaze. This asian fusion-inspired beef (high protein, gluten free) ready in about 25 minutes pairs broccoli florets, minced garlic cloves, minced fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 3 Asian Fusion cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 12 oz thinly sliced flank steak in a single layer, cooking for 2 minutes without stirring to develop a sear, then stir-fry for an additional 1 minute until browned but still tender. Remove beef and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add 3 cups broccoli florets and 1 tablespoon water, cover and steam for 3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
  3. Step 3: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger to the broccoli, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Return the beef to the skillet and stir in 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons sesame oil, 1 teaspoon brown sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes. Toss everything together and cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and broccoli.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds and 2 thinly sliced green onions before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Garlic Ginger Beef with Sesame Broccoli take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 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 Ginger Beef with Sesame 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 broccoli florets from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Garlic Ginger Beef with Sesame 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 Garlic Ginger Beef with Sesame 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.

Is Stir-Fried Garlic Ginger Beef with Sesame Broccoli high protein?

Yes — this recipe is tagged high protein, gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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