This quick beef stir fry only takes simple ingredients, but you’ll end up with flavors that top any takeout place. So grab your wok, and get ready to cook a crowd pleasing dinner in a flash! Stir fry meals are a guaranteed hit in our household. We just can’t get enough of those umami flavors. Some of our top go-to meals are Kung Pao Chicken, Mongolian Beef, and Hunan Shrimp. They’re so quick and delicious. Now Beef and Broccoli is surely one of the most popular Chinese American dishes. You see it on every takeout menu from one side of the country to the other. Once you master it with this easy recipe, we bet you won’t be grabbing for that menu too often anymore.
Why You’ll LOVE this Classic
The flavors come together perfectly. It’s seriously better than any restaurant version. It’s a family friendly dish that will be loved by kids and adults alike. Like any stir fry, you can whip it up in no time. Dinner on the table in 25 minutes. It tastes great as leftovers. Perfect meal prep option for lunches later in the week. When paired with rice, it’s a nutritious dinner with carbs, protein, and plenty of nutrients from the broccoli.
What is the Best Cut of Beef for Stir Fry?
Flank steak is the most common cut for stir fry dishes. It has the right properties for fast cooking and comes out nice and tender when done right. Sirloin is another great cut to use. New York strip and ribeye also make good stir fry, but at a higher cost.
Helpful Tips
Ingredients Needed
Steak – We are using flank today. Marinade – Soy sauce, shaoxing wine, corn starch, baking soda. Aromatics – Ginger and garlic. Broccoli – Florets only. Stir fry sauce – Soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, cornstarch, pepper, water. Oil – For stir frying.
Easy Beef and Broccoli Recipe
- Prep the beef: Thinly slice beef at an angle, about 1/8 of an inch. Mix with marinade ingredients in a bowl. Add in beef strips and mix well.
- Make the sauce: Combine all sauce ingredients in a bowl.
- Pre-steam the broccoli: Heat about 1 Tbsp oil in wok or large skillet over medium high heat. Add the broccoli and stir fry for a minute. Add about 1/2 inch water, cover. Cook till it is still crisp, but just starting to soften up, about 3-4 minutes. Remove to a plate.
- Stir fry beef: Heat remaining 2 Tbsp oil in the wok. Add beef and stir fry until browned. Add ginger and garlic, cook for 1 minute.
- Complete the stir fry: Toss in sauce and broccoli. Cook for a minute, garnish with sesame seeds and red chili flakes, then serve with freshly steamed rice.
Leftovers and Storage
Beef and broccoli is a really good make ahead meal. We like to make an extra large batch, then have ready-to-heat lunches for days. Refrigerate the leftovers in an airtight container for 4-5 days. Reheat in the microwave, or on stovetop. If needed, add a splash of water when reheating. It also freezes quite well for up to 2 months. For best results, store in freezer safe zip top bags, squeezing out as much air as possible. So there you go, a delicious dinner on the table in no time. Beef and broccoli is a takeout favorite for good reason, but my homemade recipe is even better. Give it a try, and let me know what you think! Pin or bookmark this great recipe so you always know where to find it. And be sure to subscribe to GypsyPlate, we’re always cooking up new recipes for you. And be sure to check out our collection of favorite Asian Recipes while you’re here!
Beef and Broccoli, on our Gypsy Plate… enjoy!
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