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Delicious Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry dish served with rice on a plate

Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry

A quick and delicious dish featuring tender beef and vibrant broccoli, served with a savory sauce that's both easy to prepare and delightful to eat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1.5 lbs sirloin steak, thinly sliced Can substitute with flank steak or chicken.
  • 1.5 tablespoons cornstarch Helps thicken the sauce; use tapioca starch if preferred.
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar Adds acidity; white vinegar can be used as an alternative.
  • pinch pinch fine salt Enhances flavor.
  • pinch pinch black pepper Enhances flavor.
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil or olive oil Keeps the cooking process healthy and flavorful.
  • 4-5 cups broccoli florets A veggie powerhouse; feel free to add snap peas or bok choy for variety.
  • 1 medium red bell pepper Enhances color and sweetness; swap with yellow or orange bell peppers.
  • 1-2 medium carrots Sliced diagonally for aesthetics; sub with zucchini or asparagus if desired.
  • 3 count green onions Divide the white and green parts for garnish and flavor.
  • 1-2 tablespoons water To help steam the veggies if necessary.
For the Sauce
  • 1/3 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce Use tamari for gluten-free options.
  • 1/2 cup water or low-sodium broth Adds richness; keep broth on hand for extra flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons pure honey Balances the flavors; agave syrup is a sweet alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger Brightens the dish; ground ginger can be used in a pinch.
  • 1/2 - 1 teaspoon chile garlic sauce or Sriracha Optional heat boost.
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch Included in marinade for better sauce consistency.
For Serving
  • optional hot cooked rice For serving.
  • optional sesame seeds For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place the sliced beef in a shallow bowl. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, cornstarch, and rice vinegar. Toss well to coat and set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, water or broth, honey, garlic, ginger, chile sauce, and cornstarch.
Cooking
  1. Heat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Mist with cooking spray and add 1/2 tablespoon of oil to the pan.
  2. When the oil shimmers, add half of the beef slices in a single layer and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side. Remove cooked beef to a plate.
  3. Repeat with remaining beef slices.
  4. Return the skillet to heat, mist with cooking spray, and add broccoli, bell pepper, carrots, and white parts of green onions. Cook for 5-6 minutes until tender, adding water as needed.
  5. Push veggies aside and add sauce and beef back to skillet. Cook and stir for 2 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in green parts of green onions. Serve over rice and garnish with sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

Common mistakes to avoid: Overcrowding the pan can lead to steaming rather than stir-frying. Always slice the beef against the grain to enhance tenderness. For an extra layer of flavor, toss in some toasted sesame oil at the end.