Quick Beef and Broccoli is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for a weeknight meal. It’s packed with tender beef, crisp broccoli, and a flavorful sauce that’s savory, slightly sweet, and perfect over rice. Here’s a simple recipe for Quick Beef and Broccoli:
Quick Beef and Broccoli
Ingredients:
- 1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (or any neutral oil)
- 3 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce (optional, for a bit of sweetness)
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated or minced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup beef broth (or water)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (optional, for extra flavor)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Cooked white rice, for serving (optional)
- Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)
- Green onions, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
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Prepare the Beef:
- Thinly slice the beef against the grain into bite-sized strips. This helps make it tender.
- In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce (if using), and cornstarch together until smooth. Add the beef to this marinade and toss to coat. Let it sit for 10-15 minutes while you prepare the broccoli.
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Cook the Broccoli:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the broccoli florets and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp. If using fresh broccoli, you can cover the pan for a minute to steam the broccoli a little bit. Remove the broccoli from the skillet and set it aside.
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Cook the Beef:
- In the same skillet, add the sesame oil and heat it over medium-high heat. Add the grated ginger and minced garlic, and stir-fry for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
- Add the marinated beef to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is cooked through and browned. Be sure not to overcook the beef.
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Combine and Coat:
- Add the cooked broccoli back into the skillet with the beef. Pour in the beef broth (or water) and stir everything together.
- Let the sauce simmer for 1-2 minutes until it thickens slightly and coats the beef and broccoli. Taste and adjust the seasoning with a little salt, pepper, or extra soy sauce if needed.
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Serve:
- Serve the Quick Beef and Broccoli over cooked rice, if desired. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
This Quick Beef and Broccoli is a simple, flavorful dish that takes just about 20-30 minutes to make and is packed with protein and veggies. It’s a perfect, easy dinner for busy weeknights! Enjoy!