Description
Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry delivers a quick dinner solution that saves you precious weeknight time. Savory beef strips and crisp broccoli come together in a speedy skillet with a zesty sauce that makes your taste buds dance.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 lb beef, sliced thin
Vegetables:
- 2 cups broccoli florets
Sauce and Seasonings:
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- ½ cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Warm 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, ensuring your pan is evenly heated.
- Drop 1 tablespoon minced garlic and 1 tablespoon minced ginger into the hot oil, stirring rapidly for exactly 30 seconds to release their aromatic flavors.
- Carefully slide 1 lb thinly sliced beef into the skillet, spreading pieces to maximize surface contact and cook for 3-4 minutes until edges turn golden brown.
- Add 2 cups broccoli florets to the beef, tossing quickly and continuously for 2 minutes to maintain their vibrant green color and crisp texture.
- Whisk together 3 tablespoons soy sauce, ½ cup beef broth, and 1 tablespoon cornstarch in a small bowl until completely smooth.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the beef and broccoli, stirring constantly for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats everything beautifully.
- Transfer your sizzling stir fry immediately to a serving plate with steamed rice, ensuring you capture every drop of the glossy sauce.
Notes
- Slice beef against the grain for maximum tenderness and easier chewing.
- Keep broccoli crisp by not overcooking, aiming for bright green color and slight crunch.
- Use a wok or large skillet for even heat distribution and better stir-frying results.
- For a low-carb version, replace rice with cauliflower rice or serve over zucchini noodles.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Stir-Fried
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg