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Delicious Easy Beef and Broccoli dish with tender beef and crispy broccoli in sauce

Easy Beef and Broccoli

A cozy and quick dinner that brings the flavors of takeout right to your home, using fresh ingredients for a healthier option.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 410
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb flank steak, sirloin, or skirt steak Thinly sliced against the grain
  • 4 cups fresh broccoli florets Or frozen if needed
  • 2 cloves garlic Fresh, minced
  • 1 inch ginger Fresh, minced
  • 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce For flavor control
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar or honey For sweetness
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil For extra flavor
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch For tender beef and glossy sauce
  • 2 tbsp neutral oil Such as avocado or canola for cooking
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes Optional, for heat

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice the beef thinly against the grain. If it's too floppy, freeze it for 15 minutes to make slicing easier.
  2. Toss the sliced beef with soy sauce and cornstarch to coat.
  3. Steam broccoli in the microwave or blanch in boiling water for about a minute until bright green and crisp.
Cooking
  1. Heat a skillet or wok and add oil. Cook beef in a single layer until browned. Remove beef from the pan.
  2. Add more oil to the pan, then sauté garlic and ginger for about 20 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the sauce mixture, let it bubble, then add the beef and broccoli back in, tossing until coated and glossy.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. Rice and beef can be stored separately to maintain texture. Can freeze for up to 2 months.