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Flavorful Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry

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A quick and easy beef and broccoli stir-fry recipe that is better than takeout, featuring tender beef, crisp broccoli, and a rich, flavorful sauce ready in about 20 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces (225 g) flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 3 cups (270 g) broccoli florets, washed and cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey
  • ½ cup (120 ml) beef broth or water
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water (slurry)

Instructions

  1. Thinly slice 8 ounces (225 g) of flank steak against the grain into strips about 1/4 inch thick.
  2. In a bowl, combine sliced beef with 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon cornstarch, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, and a pinch of black pepper. Toss to coat evenly and set aside to marinate.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon oyster sauce, 1 teaspoon rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, and ½ cup (120 ml) beef broth. Set aside.
  4. Wash and cut broccoli into bite-sized florets (about 3 cups or 270 g). Mince 3 cloves garlic and grate about a teaspoon of fresh ginger.
  5. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the broccoli and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Remove broccoli and set aside.
  6. Add another tablespoon of oil to the pan and increase heat to high. Add the marinated beef in a single layer. Let it sear without stirring for about 1 minute, then stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until browned with caramelized edges.
  7. Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the beef. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  8. Pour the prepared sauce over the beef and bring to a simmer. Add the cornstarch slurry and stir continuously as the sauce thickens, about 1 minute.
  9. Return broccoli to the pan and toss to coat evenly with the sauce. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to heat through.
  10. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Remove from heat.
  11. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.

Notes

For gluten-free, use tamari instead of soy sauce and ensure oyster sauce is gluten-free or substitute with a gluten-free alternative. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming. Use cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce for a glossy finish. Increase heat if beef releases too much liquid to achieve caramelization.

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