Beef and Broccoli
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
312 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Asian
Beef and Broccoli
Description
This recipe starts by searing thin strips of flank steak quickly in a hot skillet to achieve a browned exterior while keeping the interior tender. The sauce combines soy sauce, beef broth, and light brown sugar, blending savory and subtle sweetness, complemented by minced garlic and grated ginger for aromatic warmth. After cooking the aromatics briefly, the sauce and fresh broccoli are added and allowed to simmer, letting the broccoli cook just until crisp-tender.
The sauce is thickened with a mixture of cornstarch and water, which gives it a glossy texture that clings to the beef and broccoli. Returning the steak to the pan warms it through without overcooking. Serving the dish over steamed rice helps soak up the flavorful sauce, making it a fulfilling main course.
Optional toasted sesame seeds add a nutty note and visual appeal when sprinkled on top just before serving. The dish provides a balance of protein and vegetables with a savory-sweet sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or oil of your choice, divided
- 1 lb flank steak
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1/3 cup soy sauce low sodium
- 1 cup beef broth
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger grated
- 4 cups broccoli fresh florets
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- sesame seeds optional, toasted
- rice for serving, cooked
Instructions
- Slice the steak thinly against the grain into thin strips.
- Heat a large skillet over high heat and add 1/2 tablespoon of the oil. When hot, add enough of the steak to ensure that it is in a single layer. Let the steak cook until browned on one side, then flip and cook the second side until browned. This should only take about 1-2 minutes per side. Remove from the pan and continue to cook in batches until all of the steak is browned.
- Combine the brown sugar, soy sauce, and beef broth. Set aside.
- In the same pan, add the remaining 1/2 tablespoon of oil. Add the garlic and ginger and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Pour in the soy sauce mixture.
- Stir to combine, then stir in the broccoli. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and the water. Add this to the pan, bring the mixture to a boil, and cook until the sauce has thickened.
- Add the steak back to the pan and cook just until warmed through.
- Serve over rice and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds, if desired.
Notes
- Nutrition information is an estimate and does not include rice or optional sesame seeds for serving.
- Choose a lean cut like flank steak and slice thinly against the grain for tenderness.
- Cooking broccoli to crisp-tender prevents overcooking and maintains color and texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 312 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1/4 of recipe | |
| Calories | 312kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 19g | 6% |
| Protein | 28g | 56% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 75mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 976mg | 41% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0% |
| Sugar | 13g | 26% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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