Stir-Fried Korean Beef and Broccoli with Gochujang Sauce

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Tender beef and crisp broccoli florets stir-fried in a spicy-sweet gochujang sauce for a quick Korean-inspired dinner. This korean-inspired beef ready in about 25 minutes pairs flank steak, broccoli florets, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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 (11 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Korean cuisine 400 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp gochujang, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp grated ginger until smooth.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat until shimmering. Add 1 pound thinly sliced flank steak and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until browned but still tender.
  3. Step 3: Add 4 cups broccoli florets to the skillet and stir-fry for another 3 minutes until broccoli is bright green and slightly tender.
  4. Step 4: Pour the prepared gochujang sauce over the beef and broccoli. Toss everything together and cook for 2 more minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients evenly.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat, garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving with steamed rice or noodles.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Korean Beef and Broccoli with Gochujang 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 Korean Beef and Broccoli with Gochujang 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 flank steak from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Korean Beef and Broccoli with Gochujang 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 Korean Beef and Broccoli with Gochujang 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 Korean Beef and Broccoli with Gochujang Sauce?

Korean 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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