Wok-Tossed Beef and Broccoli with Oyster Sauce

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Tender beef strips stir-fried with crisp broccoli florets in a savory oyster sauce glaze, a classic Chinese comfort dish. This chinese-inspired chinese ready in about 22 minutes pairs (about 150g) broccoli florets, vegetable oil, minced garlic cloves 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.

★ 4.4 (8 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 12 min Serves 3 Chinese cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Toss 300g thinly sliced flank steak with 1 tsp cornstarch in a bowl until evenly coated. Set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok over high heat. Add 2 cups broccoli florets and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Remove broccoli and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Add remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil to the wok. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp minced ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Add the beef slices and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until browned but still tender.
  5. Step 5: Return broccoli to the wok. Pour in 3 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and 1/4 cup water. Stir well and cook for another 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and broccoli evenly.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Wok-Tossed Beef and Broccoli with Oyster Sauce take to make?

Total time is about 22 minutes (10 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 Wok-Tossed Beef and Broccoli with Oyster 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 (about 150g) broccoli florets from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Wok-Tossed Beef and Broccoli with Oyster 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 Wok-Tossed Beef and Broccoli with Oyster Sauce 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 Wok-Tossed Beef and Broccoli with Oyster Sauce?

Chinese chinese 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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