Description
Tender flank steak and broccoli tossed in a savory-sweet garlic soy sauce with ginger and sesame oil. A takeout favorite made at home in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1–1.25 lbs flank steak, thinly sliced (no more than ¼-inch thick)
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil, divided
- 4 garlic cloves, finely minced
- 1–2 teaspoons ginger (fresh or dried)
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ½ cup water
- ¾ cup dark brown sugar, packed
- 4–6 cups broccoli florets
- 2–3 green onions, sliced
- Red pepper flakes, optional
- Sesame seeds, optional for garnish
Instructions
- Prep the Beef: Place sliced steak in a zip-top bag or bowl. Add cornstarch and toss until well coated.
- Make the Sauce: In a medium saucepan, heat 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp sesame oil over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger; sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in soy sauce, water, and brown sugar. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Cook the Beef: In a large skillet, heat remaining 2 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp sesame oil over high heat. Add beef in batches, cooking until browned and just cooked through (5–7 minutes total).
- Add Broccoli: Stir in broccoli florets. Let cook with beef for 2–3 minutes.
- Combine & Simmer: Pour sauce over beef and broccoli. Stir to coat evenly. Let simmer for 3–5 minutes, until broccoli is tender and sauce thickens.
- Optional Thickening: If sauce is too thin, dissolve 1 tbsp cornstarch in 1 tbsp water and stir into skillet until thickened.
- Finish & Serve: Remove from heat. Top with green onions, sesame seeds, and red pepper flakes. Serve immediately over rice or noodles.
Notes
For a lighter version, reduce sugar or replace with honey. Works great with chicken or shrimp as a protein swap.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired