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Easy Beef and Broccoli Recipe: Better Than Takeout

Better-Than-Takeout Homemade Beef and Broccoli

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb flank steak sliced thinly against the grain
  • 4 cups broccoli florets cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil divided
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger minced
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup water plus 2 extra tablespoons for steaming
  • 3 tbsp brown sugar packed
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions
 

  • In a bowl, whisk together the low-sodium soy sauce, 1/2 cup water, brown sugar, cornstarch, sesame oil, and rice vinegar until smooth.
  • Slice the flank steak thinly against the grain. Place the beef in a separate bowl, pour 2 tablespoons of the sauce mixture over it, and toss to coat. Let marinate for 15 minutes.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the broccoli florets and 2 extra tablespoons of water. Cover and steam for 3 to 4 minutes until crisp-tender, then remove the broccoli from the pan and set aside.
  • Wipe the skillet clean if necessary and heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over high heat. Add the marinated beef in a single layer and sear for 1 to 2 minutes per side until browned and cooked through.
  • Add the minced garlic and ginger to the pan with the beef, stirring continuously for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Return the cooked broccoli to the skillet. Pour in the remaining sauce mixture and toss everything together.
  • Simmer for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and evenly coats the meat and vegetables. Garnish with sesame seeds and serve immediately.