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Quick Savory Beef and Broccoli Recipe Perfect for 15-Minute Meals

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A quick and easy beef and broccoli stir-fry that is ready in just 15 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights. This recipe features tender thinly sliced beef and crisp broccoli coated in a savory, slightly sweet sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound thinly sliced beef sirloin or flank steak
  • 1 large head broccoli (about 4 cups/300 g), cut into bite-sized florets
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (60 ml)
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce (30 ml) (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar (15 g)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil (5 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (8 g)
  • 1/2 cup water or beef broth (120 ml)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (30 ml) for stir-frying
  • Optional garnish: toasted sesame seeds or sliced green onions

Instructions

  1. Prepare the beef and marinade (5 minutes): In a medium bowl, combine the thinly sliced beef with 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon cornstarch, and a drizzle of sesame oil. Mix well to coat and set aside.
  2. Mix the sauce (2 minutes): In a separate bowl, whisk together the remaining soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, grated ginger, minced garlic, cornstarch, and water or beef broth. Set aside.
  3. Cook the broccoli (3 minutes): Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add broccoli florets and stir-fry for about 2 minutes until bright green and starting to soften. Add about 2 tablespoons water or broth, cover, and steam for 1 minute until tender-crisp.
  4. Cook the beef (5 minutes): Push broccoli to the side, add remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Add marinated beef in a single layer and sear for 1 minute without stirring. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until beef is browned and cooked through.
  5. Combine and thicken (2 minutes): Pour prepared sauce over beef and broccoli. Stir continuously as sauce bubbles and thickens, coating everything evenly. Add more water or broth if sauce becomes too thick.
  6. Final touches: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Remove from heat and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds or sliced green onions if desired.

Notes

Keep ingredients prepped before heating the pan to ensure smooth cooking. Avoid overcrowding the pan to maintain a good sear on the beef. Thin slicing the beef across the grain keeps it tender. Use tamari and arrowroot powder for gluten-free adaptations. For a spicier dish, add chili garlic sauce or sriracha during sauce mixing.

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