Quick and Easy Beef Broccoli with Garlic Sauce

Delight your taste buds with this flavorful and quick-to-make beef and broccoli stir fry, a dish inspired by Asian cuisine. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe combines tender beef strips with vibrant broccoli florets, all coated in a savory garlic sauce. Serve it over a bed of fluffy white rice for a satisfying meal that comes together in no time.

Ingredients

🥩 12 oz beef, sliced into thin strips
🥦 2 cups broccoli florets
🧅 1 medium onion, sliced
🧄 2 tablespoons minced garlic
🌿 2 green onions, chopped
🛢️ 2 tablespoons soy sauce
🥄 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
🌽 1 tablespoon cornstarch
💧 1/2 cup water
🧂 Salt and pepper, to taste
🥄 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

1- Prepare the Broccoli:

• 🥄 Wash the broccoli under running water and cut into florets.
• 🥦 Place the broccoli in a steamer basket over boiling water. Cover and steam for about 3–4 minutes until crisp-tender. Remove from heat and set aside.

2- Prepare the Sauce:

• 🌽 In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, and water together until the cornstarch is fully dissolved. Set aside for later use.

3- Sauté the Beef:

• 🥩 Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
• 🥩 Add the beef strips and sauté for 3–4 minutes until slightly browned. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

4- Cook the Onions and Broccoli:

• 🧄 In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil.
• 🧅 Sauté the sliced onion and minced garlic until the onion is translucent.
• 🌿 Stir in the steamed broccoli and chopped green onions, and cook for another 2 minutes.

5- Combine and Serve:

• 🥩 Return the beef to the skillet with the vegetables.
• 🛢️ Pour the prepared sauce over the beef and vegetables.
• 🥄 Stir everything together until the sauce has thickened and evenly coats the ingredients, about 2–3 minutes.
• 🧂 Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• 🍚 Serve hot over steamed white rice, if desired.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: Approximately 250 per serving
Proteins: 15g
Fats: 10g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Equipment: Steamer basket, large skillet or wok

Cooking Tips:

• Be careful not to overcook the beef to keep it tender and juicy.
• The broccoli should remain crisp-tender for the best texture and flavor.
• Adjust the thickness of the sauce by varying the amount of cornstarch.

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Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry