Quick and Easy Beef and Broccoli

Quick and Easy Beef and Broccoli

Easy Beef and Broccoli: Quick, delicious stir-fry with tender beef, crisp broccoli, and savory sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights. Ready in just 30 minutes!

15 min prep 15 min cook 30 min total 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 pound top sirloin steak
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • Sauce ingredients:
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

Instructions

  1. 1

    - Prepare everything in advance since the actual cooking is very quick. For the steak, trim any fat and slice it thinly across the grain into bite-sized pieces. Combine the sauce ingredients in a bowl and whisk thoroughly.

  2. 2

    - Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over high heat until shimmering.

  3. 3

    - Add the broccoli and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently until it’s tender-crisp, then transfer to a plate.

  4. 4

    - Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Spread the beef in a single layer in the pan and let it sear without touching for a minute. Stir and flip with tongs, cooking for another minute. It's best if it's slightly rare at this stage to prevent it from becoming tough.

  5. 5

    - Return the broccoli to the pan and pour in the sauce. Stir and toss until everything is well-coated and the sauce thickens, about 1-3 minutes. Remove from heat and serve immediately.

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