Simple Beef Broccoli
Transform your weeknight dinners with this flavorful and fast Simple Beef Broccoli recipe—a classic takeout favorite made right in your kitchen! Tender slices of marinated beef, seared to perfection, are paired with vibrant, crisp-tender broccoli and tossed in a savory, sweet, and slightly tangy sauce made with soy sauce, oyster sauce, and a touch of brown sugar. This 30-minute recipe (just 15 minutes of prep!) combines the best of bold Asian-inspired flavors with a quick and easy cooking technique, making it perfect for busy schedules. Serve it over steamed rice or noodles for a restaurant-quality meal that's as satisfying as it is wholesome. Plus, the optional green onion garnish adds the perfect finishing touch for a hint of freshness. Perfect for meal prep or a family dinner, this one-pan dish is sure to become a go-to addition to your recipe rotation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound beef (flank steak or sirloin)
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 0.33 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 0.25 cup water
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons green onions (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Thinly slice the beef against the grain into strips about 1/4-inch thick.
In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, water, and sesame oil to create the sauce. Set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add the broccoli florets and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are bright green and slightly tender but still crisp. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet, then add the minced garlic, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the sliced beef to the skillet, season with salt and black pepper, and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned and cooked through.
Return the cooked broccoli to the skillet with the beef.
Pour the prepared sauce over the beef and broccoli, stirring to coat everything evenly.
Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until it thickens and coats the ingredients.
Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions if desired.
Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1566 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 95.4 g | 122% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.6 g | 118% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 28.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 340 mg | 113% | |
| Sodium | 5457 mg | 237% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.2 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.1 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.9 g | ||
| Protein | 144.3 g | 289% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 304 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 16.7 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 1924 mg | 41% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
