15 Minute Beef and Broccoli
This 15 minute Beef and Broccoli stir-fry is about to rock your world! Picture tender beef slices mingling with those vibrant green broccoli florets, all drenched in a finger-lickin' good sauce that'll make you go, "Mmm, gimme more!"
Equipment
- skillet or wok
Ingredients
For the Sauce:
- 6 tablespoons oyster sauce or soy sauce, tamari, vegan oyster sauce
- 3 cloves garlic minced or grated
- 1/2 teaspoon or more fresh ginger grated. *I love ginger so I grate a 2 inch piece*
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar optional, for a hint of sweetness
- 1/2 cup hot water
For the Stirfry:
- 1 pound 450g beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced
- 3 cups broccoli florets about 1 medium-sized broccoli
- 1 onion thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil divided
- Sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish optional
- Cooked white rice for serving
Instructions
Prepare the Beef:
- Start by slicing the beef into thin strips. To make this task easier, place the beef in the freezer for about 30 minutes before slicing. This helps firm it up and allows for cleaner cuts.
- Or! Buy the beef already precut if available at your grocery store to save time.
Mix the Sauce:
- In a bowl, combine all the sauce ingredients listed above. Stir well until the cornstarch dissolves and there are no lumps. This sauce will be the key to the dish's delicious flavors.
Blanch the Broccoli:
- Bring your skillet or wok to medium high heat and add 1 tablespoon of oil and the the broccoli florets along with 1/4 cup hot water and cover with lid. In abut 2 minutes they'll turn bright green. Remove the lid and stir fry for 1 minute. Remove and set aside.
Sauté the Beef and Aromatics:
- Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the onions and sautee for 1-2 minute until they begin to turn translucent. Now, add the sliced beef and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until it's browned and cooked through.
Combine the Ingredients:
- Add the broccoli to the skillet, and pour the prepared sauce over everything. Stir well to coat the beef and broccoli evenly with the sauce. Let the sauce thicken for about 1 minute. If the sauce is too thick, you can add more beef broth or water to achieve the desired consistency.
Final Touches:
- Let the beef and broccoli simmer in the sauce for an additional 1-2 minutes until everything is heated through and the flavors meld together beautifully.
Serve:
- Remove the skillet from the heat and garnish the dish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions if desired. Serve the Beef and Broccoli stir-fry hot over steamed white rice and enjoy this delish and nutritious meal!