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Quick Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

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A fast and easy 30-minute stir fry featuring tender beef strips and crisp broccoli in a savory, slightly sweet soy-based sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 4 cups (about 300 g) fresh broccoli florets
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced or grated
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) low sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
  • 2 green onions, sliced thinly
  • Red pepper flakes, optional, a pinch or two

Instructions

  1. Slice the beef thinly against the grain into about 1/4-inch thick pieces. (Tip: freeze the steak for 15 minutes beforehand to make slicing easier.)
  2. Marinate the beef in a medium bowl with soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Let sit for 10-15 minutes.
  3. Wash and cut broccoli into bite-sized florets and pat dry.
  4. Mix oyster sauce, brown sugar, and cornstarch slurry in a small bowl and set aside.
  5. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir-fry broccoli for 3-4 minutes until bright green and slightly tender but still crisp. Remove and set aside.
  6. Add remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil to the pan. Stir-fry marinated beef in a single layer for 2-3 minutes until browned and just cooked through. Cook in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding.
  7. Return broccoli to the pan with beef. Pour sauce mixture over and stir quickly to coat. Cook 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens and glazes the ingredients.
  8. Remove from heat. Garnish with sliced green onions and optional red pepper flakes. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.

Notes

Freeze the beef for 15 minutes before slicing to make thin slicing easier. Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure proper searing. If sauce thickens too much, add a splash of water or broth to loosen it without diluting flavor. Use tamari and gluten-free oyster sauce for gluten-free adaptation.

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