Skip the takeout and whip up this quick and flavorful Beef and Broccoli stir-fry in just 30 minutes! Juicy slices of beef are seared to perfection, then tossed with crisp-tender broccoli in a rich, savory-sweet garlic ginger sauce. It’s fast, fresh, and way better than delivery.
Whether you’re planning an easy weeknight dinner or looking to impress with a homemade Asian-style dish, this recipe brings bold flavor and restaurant-quality taste to your table without the wait—or the bill.
💡 Why You’ll Love This Beef and Broccoli Recipe
✔️ 30-minute dinner – Fast and family-friendly
✔️ Bold flavor – Savory soy, garlic, and ginger sauce
✔️ Healthier than takeout – Less oil, sugar, and no MSG
✔️ One pan meal – Easy cleanup and perfect for meal prep
✔️ Customizable – Add mushrooms, bell peppers, or swap in chicken
🛒 Ingredients You’ll Need
- Thinly sliced flank steak or sirloin
- Fresh broccoli florets
- Soy sauce (low sodium if preferred)
- Garlic & ginger (fresh is best)
- Brown sugar or honey
- Cornstarch (for thickening sauce and tenderizing beef)
- Sesame oil or vegetable oil
- Optional: rice vinegar, oyster sauce, chili flakes
👨🍳 Tips for the Best Beef and Broccoli
- Slice beef thinly against the grain for tenderness.
- Blanch or steam broccoli before stir-frying for perfect texture.
- Use high heat for a quick sear and restaurant-style char.
- Let sauce simmer a minute or two to thicken and coat everything beautifully.
- Serve immediately over steamed rice, noodles, or cauliflower rice.
📖 Easy Beef and Broccoli Recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
🧂 Ingredients:
For the beef marinade:
- 1 lb flank or sirloin steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- ½ tsp baking soda (optional for extra tenderness)
For the sauce:
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar or honey
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce (optional but delicious)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp rice vinegar (optional)
- ½ cup water or beef broth
Stir-fry:
- 1 tbsp vegetable or canola oil
- 3 cups broccoli florets (fresh or thawed frozen)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- Cooked white rice or noodles, for serving
- Sesame seeds or sliced green onions (for garnish)
🔪 Instructions:
- Marinate the beef:
In a bowl, combine sliced beef with soy sauce, cornstarch, and baking soda. Toss well and let sit for 10–15 minutes while you prepare the other ingredients. - Mix the sauce:
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, oyster sauce, cornstarch, sesame oil, vinegar, and water or broth. Set aside. - Cook broccoli:
Steam or blanch the broccoli for 2–3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Drain and set aside. - Sear the beef:
Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add beef in a single layer (in batches if needed) and sear for 1–2 minutes per side until browned. Remove from pan. - Sauté aromatics:
In the same pan, add a bit more oil if needed. Sauté garlic and ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant. - Add it all back in:
Return beef to the pan, add broccoli, and pour in the sauce. Toss everything to coat. Let simmer for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and glazes the meat and broccoli. - Serve hot:
Spoon over cooked rice or noodles and garnish with sesame seeds or scallions.
🍽️ What to Serve with Beef and Broccoli
- Steamed jasmine or basmati rice
- Garlic fried rice or cauliflower rice
- Stir-fried noodles or lo mein
- Egg rolls or dumplings on the side
- Light Asian cucumber salad for crunch
💬 Final Thoughts
This Beef and Broccoli is fast, flavorful, and full of comfort—just like your favorite Chinese takeout, only fresher and healthier. It’s a weeknight win the whole family will crave again and again.