Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

Name: Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pound flank steak, sliced thinly against the grain; 4 cups broccoli florets; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1/3 cup soy sauce; 1/4 cup brown sugar; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 2 teaspoons minced garlic; 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger; 2 cups cooked brown rice for serving

This simple beef and broccoli stir fry is a fast, savory dinner that tastes better than takeout.

By Enzo81 Kitchen· American· October 17, 2026

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Prep

15 minutes

Cook

15 minutes

Total

30 minutes

Serves

This dish is a staple in my kitchen when I need something quick on a busy weeknight. Everyone loves how the tender beef pairs with the crunch of fresh broccoli, all tied together with a simple sauce that has just the right amount of sweetness and salt.

I find that slicing the beef thinly against the grain makes a huge difference in how tender the final result is. If you want a bit of extra heat, feel free to add a pinch of red pepper flakes when you toss everything in the pan.

Ingredients

1 pound flank steak, sliced thinly against the grain
4 cups broccoli florets
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/3 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
2 cups cooked brown rice for serving

7Instructions

1
Whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger in a small bowl to create your sauce.
2
Heat one tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium high heat.
3
Add the beef strips to the skillet and cook until they are browned and cooked through, then remove them from the pan and set aside.
4
Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the same pan and toss in the broccoli florets with a splash of water, covering for 2 minutes to steam them until bright green.
5
Add the cooked beef back into the pan and pour the sauce over everything.
6
Stir constantly for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and broccoli perfectly.
7
Serve warm over a bowl of fluffy brown rice.

Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. When reheating, add a tiny splash of water to keep the sauce from becoming too sticky.

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