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Easy Beef and Broccoli Recipe – Better Than Takeout!

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This easy beef and broccoli recipe is better than takeout—tender beef, crisp broccoli, and a rich garlic-ginger sauce in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain

  • 3 cups broccoli florets

  • 1 tbsp oil (avocado or vegetable)

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger

  • ¼ cup soy sauce (or coconut aminos)

  • 2 tbsp brown sugar or sweetener

  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional)

  • 1 tbsp cornstarch (divided)

  • ½ cup beef broth or water

  • 1 tsp sesame oil

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Sesame seeds, scallions for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Toss sliced steak with 1 tsp cornstarch and 1 tbsp soy sauce. Let sit 10–15 minutes.

  2. Mix sauce: soy sauce, sugar, oyster sauce, remaining cornstarch, broth, garlic, and ginger.

  3. Sear steak in hot oil until browned. Set aside.

  4. Add broccoli to pan, stir-fry 3–4 minutes. Add a splash of water and cover to steam.

  5. Return beef to pan, pour in sauce. Stir until thickened and glossy.

  6. Drizzle sesame oil, garnish, and serve.

Notes

  • Swap beef for chicken or tofu

  • Use sugar-free sweetener for keto version

  • Serve with rice, cauliflower rice, or noodles

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