Beef Broccoli Stir Fry with Ginger (Printer-Friendly)
Tender strips of beef, crisp broccoli, and fragrant ginger combine in a rich, glossy sauce for a delightful, easy meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Protein & Vegetables
01 - 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
02 - 4 cups broccoli florets
03 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
04 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
→ Sauce
06 - 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
07 - 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
08 - 1 tablespoon cornstarch
09 - 1 tablespoon brown sugar
10 - 2 tablespoons water
11 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
12 - 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
→ Garnish
13 - 2 tablespoons sliced green onions
14 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the low-sodium soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, brown sugar, water, sesame oil, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using) until well combined. Set this sauce mixture aside.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon of the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the thinly sliced flank steak and stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes, until it is browned on the exterior but not fully cooked through. Remove the seared beef from the skillet and set it aside.
03 - Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the hot skillet. Introduce the broccoli florets and stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes, until they become bright green and are slightly tender-crisp.
04 - Incorporate the minced garlic and grated fresh ginger into the skillet with the broccoli. Continue to stir-fry for an additional 30 seconds, or until the aromatics become fragrant.
05 - Return the seared beef to the skillet with the broccoli and aromatics. Pour in the reserved sauce mixture, stirring continuously to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated.
06 - Continue to cook the stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken to a glossy consistency and the beef to cook through completely.
07 - Remove the beef and broccoli stir-fry from the heat. Garnish generously with the sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds (if desired) before serving immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- You'll be amazed at how quickly this comes together, honestly, it's faster than delivery!
- It's incredibly versatile, making it perfect for using up whatever crisp veggies you have in the fridge.
02 -
- Never overcrowd your pan when searing the beef; it steams instead of browns, so cook it in batches if necessary.
- Using fresh ginger really makes all the difference here, adding a bright, zesty punch you simply won't get from the dried powder.
03 -
- Have all your ingredients prepped and ready before you even turn on the stove; stir-frying moves fast, so 'mise en place' is crucial here.
- Resist the urge to overcook your broccoli; it should be bright green and still have a slight crunch, not mushy.