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Easy Beef and Broccoli

Tender flank steak and crisp broccoli in a glossy garlic-ginger sauce, ready in about 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ pounds flank steak thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • ½ cup low-sodium beef broth
  • ¼ cup soy sauce for the sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch for the sauce
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 3 tablespoons neutral oil
  • 4 cups broccoli florets
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • Steamed rice and sesame seeds for serving

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Small mixing bowl and whisk
  • Sharp knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Marinate the beef for 15 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Whisk the sauce ingredients.
  3. Step 3: Steam the broccoli with a splash of water until crisp-tender and set aside.
  4. Step 4: Sear the beef in batches and set aside.
  5. Tip: Slice against the grain.
  6. Step 5: Cook the garlic and ginger for 30 seconds.
  7. Step 6: Return the beef and broccoli, add the sauce, and cook until thickened.

Notes

Calories are an estimate per serving without rice.
Whisk the sauce again before adding it.