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30-Minute Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry

  • Author: Camiliya
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Servings: 4
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Stir-Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian

Description

Savor tender beef and crisp broccoli in a savory sauce, ready in just 30 minutes – perfect for busy weeknight dinners!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Slice beef sirloin thinly against the grain. Chop broccoli into bite-sized pieces. Mince garlic and grate ginger.
  2. Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Set aside.
  3. Heat Things Up: In a large skillet or wok, heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add sliced beef in a single layer and let it brown for about two minutes before tossing.
  4. Add the Broccoli: Once beef is browned, add broccoli florets to the skillet. Stir together for another minute or two until broccoli turns bright green.
  5. Pour in the Sauce: Pour prepared sauce over the beef and broccoli mixture. Stir constantly for about three to four minutes until everything is coated and bubbling.
  6. Serve It Up: Transfer stir-fry onto plates over steamed rice or noodles. Drizzle with extra sesame oil if desired.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 17g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Customize your stir-fry by adding other vegetables like snap peas or bell peppers. For added spice, include sliced chili peppers or red pepper flakes during cooking.