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Flavorful Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

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A quick and easy homemade beef and broccoli stir fry with a glossy, savory sauce that rivals takeout. Perfect for weeknight dinners with tender beef and crisp-tender broccoli.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 1 large head broccoli, cut into bite-sized florets
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine or dry sherry (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1/2 cup beef broth or water
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (for marinade)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for marinade)
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil (for marinade)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil (for cooking)

Instructions

  1. Slice 1 pound of flank steak or sirloin thinly against the grain into about 1/8-inch strips. Toss with 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, and 1 teaspoon vegetable oil. Marinate for 10-15 minutes.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon oyster sauce, 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine or dry sherry, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil, 1/2 cup beef broth or water, and 1 tablespoon cornstarch. Set aside.
  3. Cut broccoli into bite-sized florets, peel and slice thick stalks thinly. Rinse and drain well.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir fry broccoli for 2-3 minutes until crisp-tender and bright green. Remove and set aside.
  5. Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the pan. Add marinated beef in a single layer and sear undisturbed for 1 minute. Stir fry for another 1-2 minutes until mostly cooked and edges caramelize. Remove beef and set aside.
  6. Lower heat to medium. Add minced garlic and ginger to the pan. Stir quickly for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  7. Return beef and broccoli to the pan. Stir the prepared sauce and pour over the ingredients. Toss to coat and cook for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens and becomes glossy. Add water or broth if sauce gets too thick.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary to maintain a good sear. Slice beef thinly against the grain for tenderness. Keep pan hot and use high heat for best results. Adjust sauce thickness by adding water or broth if needed.

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