Description
Skip the takeout and make this classic Chinese Beef and Broccoli stir-fry at home in just 30 minutes! Tender beef slices and crisp broccoli are coated in a savory garlic-soy sauce with just a touch of sweetness. It’s quick, flavorful, and healthier than restaurant versions — perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
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1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
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3 cups broccoli florets
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3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce (plus more for marinating)
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1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
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1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
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1 tablespoon cornstarch
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1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
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1/4 cup water or beef broth
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2 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil
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2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
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Sesame seeds (optional for garnish)
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Cooked rice or noodles, for serving
Instructions
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Marinate the Beef: Toss sliced beef with 1 tablespoon soy sauce and 1 tablespoon cornstarch. Set aside while prepping other ingredients.
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Blanch the Broccoli: Boil or steam broccoli for 1–2 minutes until just tender and vibrant green. Drain and set aside.
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Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix remaining soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, oyster sauce (if using), sesame oil, and water or broth.
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Cook the Beef: Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Sear beef in a single layer for 2–3 minutes until browned. Work in batches if needed. Remove and set aside.
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Sauce & Combine: Lower heat to medium. Add sauce to skillet and bring to a simmer. Return beef and broccoli to pan. Toss to coat and cook for 2–3 more minutes until heated through and sauce thickens.
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Garnish & Serve: Top with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot over rice or noodles.
Notes
Slice beef very thin for tenderness.
Don’t overcook broccoli — it should stay crisp.
Double the sauce if serving with rice or noodles.
Use tamari and skip oyster sauce for a gluten-free version.
For a thicker sauce, add a cornstarch slurry (1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water) if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Chinese-Inspired
Keywords: beef and broccoli, chinese stir fry, easy beef stir fry, better than takeout, 30-minute dinner