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Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry

By Mommy Tiana · Quick Weeknight Specialist

4.8 (199 ratings)
Rated 4.8 out of 5

⏱️ Prep 10m · 🔥 Cook 15m · ✅ Total 25 min · 🍽️ Serves 4 · 📊 Easy

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Mommy Tiana wanted a stir-fry that didn't require a special trip to a specialty grocery store, so this version sticks to a regular supermarket ingredient list. It still tastes like the takeout container you're trying to skip.

🧺 Ingredients

  • 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium)
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • ¼ cup water
  • Sesame seeds, for topping

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Marinate the beef: Toss sliced beef with 1 tbsp soy sauce and cornstarch. Let sit 10 minutes while you prep the rest.
  2. Steam the broccoli: Steam or blanch broccoli 2-3 minutes until bright green and just tender. Set aside.
  3. Sear the beef: Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Sear beef in batches 1-2 minutes per side until browned. Remove.
  4. Make the sauce: Add garlic and ginger to the pan for 30 seconds, then stir in remaining soy sauce, brown sugar, and water. Simmer until slightly thickened.
  5. Combine: Return beef and broccoli to the pan and toss in the sauce until coated. Top with sesame seeds and serve over rice.

390 calories

Calories

31g

Protein

18g

Fat

22g

Carbs
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💡 Chef's Tip

Slice beef against the grain into thin strips — it makes a noticeable difference in tenderness.

🥗 Pairs Well With

  • Snap peas or bell peppers added alongside the broccoli
  • Baby corn for extra crunch and a classic stir-fry look
  • Shredded carrots for a pop of color

❄️ Storage & Freezer Notes

  • Fridge: up to 4 days in an airtight container.
  • Freezer: freezes well for up to 2 months.
  • Reheat: stir-fry in a hot pan to re-crisp the broccoli, or microwave for convenience.

👶 Kid-Friendly Serving Ideas

  • Serve beef and broccoli separately over plain rice for kids who like to keep foods apart.
  • Rinse a portion of sauce off for milder flavor.
  • Cut beef into smaller bite-sized pieces.