Description
Beef and Broccoli (30 Minutes!) is the ultimate weeknight meal that brings together tender flank steak and vibrant broccoli in a rich, homemade sauce. This quick and easy recipe requires just 30 minutes from start to finish, making it perfect for busy evenings when you crave something delicious without the hassle of takeout. Packed with wholesome ingredients, this dish is not only satisfying but also budget-friendly. Serve it over rice or noodles for a complete meal that’s sure to impress family and friends alike. Elevate your dinner routine with this flavorful Beef and Broccoli stir-fry that’s ready in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound flank steak
- 3–4 cups broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar or rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1/4 cup (packed) brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or more, to taste)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
Instructions
- Slice the flank steak thinly against the grain.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, water, vinegar, sesame oil, brown sugar, cornstarch, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Cook broccoli for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp; set aside.
- In the same skillet, add more oil and cook beef in a single layer for about 2 minutes until browned but slightly rare.
- Return broccoli to the pan, pour in the sauce, and stir until everything is well-coated and sauce thickens (about 1-3 minutes). Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg