Description
Discover the ultimate weeknight meal with this Beef and Broccoli (30 Minutes!) recipe! This quick stir-fry features tender flank steak and vibrant broccoli, all coated in a savory homemade sauce that rivals your favorite takeout. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a delicious dish that’s not only satisfying but also budget-friendly. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, this recipe allows for customization with your favorite vegetables or spice levels. Enjoy the delightful combination of flavors and colors that’ll impress everyone at the table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound flank steak
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3–4 cups broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar or rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or more, to taste)
Instructions
- Prep the ingredients: Trim and slice flank steak thinly across the grain, and whisk together all sauce ingredients in a bowl.
- Cook the broccoli: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add broccoli and cook for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp. Transfer to a plate.
- Sear the beef: In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil and sear sliced beef for about 2 minutes until browned but slightly rare.
- Combine: Return broccoli to the skillet, pour in sauce, and toss until everything is 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 (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg