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Beef and broccoli stir-fry in a black skillet, coated in savory sauce.

Beef and Broccoli

A fast and flavorful beef and broccoli stir-fry made in under 20 minutes, perfect for a weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 332
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 Tablespoons cornstarch Divided into two portions
  • 1 pounds flank steak Thinly sliced into 1-inch pieces
  • ⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce Choose low-sodium for balanced flavor
  • 3 Tablespoons packed light brown sugar Adds sweetness and depth
  • 1 Tablespoons minced garlic For a fragrant punch
  • 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger For a zesty aromatic flavor
  • 2 Tablespoons vegetable oil Divided for cooking beef and vegetables
  • 4 cups small broccoli florets Fresh crisp broccoli is best
  • ⅔ cup sliced white onions For extra flavor and crunch

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with the water until smooth, then add the sliced beef and toss until every piece is lightly coated.
  2. In a small bowl, stir together the remaining cornstarch, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger until fully combined, then set the sauce aside.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of the oil, and once hot, add the beef and cook while stirring constantly until it is mostly cooked through, then transfer it to a plate.
  4. Add the remaining oil to the same pan, then add the broccoli and onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli is bright green and just tender, about 4 minutes.
  5. Return the beef to the pan, pour in the prepared sauce, and bring everything to a boil, stirring for about 1 minute until the sauce thickens and coats everything.
  6. Remove from heat and serve hot over rice or noodles if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 250gCalories: 332kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 28gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 68mgSodium: 1156mgPotassium: 772mgFiber: 2gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 565IUVitamin C: 83.2mgCalcium: 88mgIron: 3.1mg

Notes

This quick beef and broccoli stir-fry packs flavor and a satisfying crunch, and the rich sauce pulls everything together beautifully.

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