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Quick Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

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A fast and flavorful beef and broccoli stir fry ready in just 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights. Tender beef, crisp broccoli, and a savory-sweet sauce make this a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz (225 g) flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 2 teaspoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 4 cups (300 g) broccoli florets, washed and cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) beef broth or water
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch

Instructions

  1. Thinly slice 8 oz (225 g) flank steak against the grain. Toss the slices in a bowl with 2 teaspoons soy sauce, 1 teaspoon cornstarch, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil. Let marinate for about 10 minutes.
  2. In a small bowl, mix 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons oyster sauce, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1/4 cup (60 ml) beef broth or water, and 1 teaspoon cornstarch. Stir until smooth and set aside.
  3. Wash and cut broccoli into bite-sized florets. Mince 2 cloves of garlic finely.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add broccoli and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender. Remove broccoli and set aside.
  5. In the same pan, add more oil if needed. Add marinated beef slices in a single layer, cooking in batches if necessary. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned but still juicy. Add minced garlic and stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Return broccoli to the pan with beef. Pour in the prepared sauce. Toss and cook for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and coats beef and broccoli.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with more soy sauce or black pepper if desired. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.

Notes

Freeze flank steak for 15 minutes before slicing for cleaner cuts. Use tamari instead of soy sauce for gluten-free. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming the beef. If sauce is too thick, add water to loosen. Cook broccoli crisp-tender, not mushy.

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