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Easy Beef and Broccoli Recipe – Quick, Saucy & Better Than Takeout

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This easy beef and broccoli stir-fry is a quick, flavorful dinner packed with tender beef, crisp broccoli, and a glossy, savory sauce. Better than takeout in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb flank or sirloin steak, thinly sliced against the grain

  • 2 cups broccoli florets

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (for marinade)

  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil (for marinade)

  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch (for marinade)

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

For the sauce:

  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce

  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce

  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar

  • ¼ cup water

  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch

  • ½ teaspoon sesame oil

Instructions

  • Marinate sliced beef with soy sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil for 15–20 minutes.

  • Whisk sauce ingredients in a bowl and set aside.

  • Blanch broccoli in boiling water for 1–2 minutes, then drain and set aside.

  • Heat oil in a wok or skillet over high heat. Sear beef in batches until just cooked. Remove from pan.

  • Add garlic and ginger to pan and stir-fry briefly until fragrant.

  • Return beef and broccoli to pan. Pour in the sauce and stir until thickened and glossy.

  • Finish with a drizzle of sesame oil. Serve hot over rice or noodles.

Notes

  • Substitute tofu for a vegetarian version

  • Add bell peppers or snap peas for extra crunch

  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days

Find it online: https://simplehomeflavors.com/easy-beef-and-broccoli-recipe-quick-saucy-better-than-takeout/