Beef Broccoli Stir Fry (Printable)
Tender beef slices and crisp broccoli florets wok-seared in savory garlic sauce
# What You Need:
→ Beef & Marinade
01 - 1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
02 - 1 tbsp soy sauce
03 - 1 tbsp cornstarch
04 - 1 tsp sesame oil
→ Stir Fry
05 - 2 tbsp vegetable oil, divided
06 - 1 large head broccoli, cut into bite-sized florets (about 12 oz)
07 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced (optional)
08 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
→ Garlic Sauce
10 - 3 tbsp soy sauce
11 - 2 tbsp oyster sauce
12 - 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
13 - 1 tbsp cornstarch
14 - 1 tbsp brown sugar
15 - 1/2 cup beef or chicken broth
16 - 1 tsp rice vinegar
17 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
# Directions:
01 - Combine sliced beef with 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp cornstarch, and 1 tsp sesame oil in a bowl. Toss thoroughly to coat and let marinate for 10 minutes at room temperature.
02 - Whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, cornstarch, brown sugar, broth, rice vinegar, and black pepper in a small bowl until cornstarch is fully dissolved. Set aside.
03 - Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add broccoli florets and red bell pepper if using. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until vegetables are bright green and crisp-tender. Transfer to a plate.
04 - Add remaining 1 tbsp oil to the pan. Arrange marinated beef in a single layer. Sear for 1–2 minutes per side until browned but just cooked through.
05 - Add minced garlic and ginger to the pan. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
06 - Return cooked vegetables to the pan with the beef. Stir to combine. Pour in the prepared garlic sauce and stir continuously for 1–2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats everything evenly.
07 - Transfer to a serving dish and serve immediately while hot, accompanied by steamed rice or noodles.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The sauce comes together in seconds and clings perfectly to every bite.
- It is faster than waiting for delivery and tastes infinitely fresher.
02 -
- Overcrowding the pan steams the meat instead of searing it so cook in batches if necessary.
- Have your sauce whisked and ready before you turn on the heat because stir frying happens fast.
03 -
- Freeze the beef for 15 minutes before slicing to make cutting thin strips much easier.
- Slice the steak against the grain to ensure every bite is tender.