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beef and broccoli in a large white serving bowl

Beef and Broccoli

Sean Barfield
Beef and Broccoli is a simple easy to make dish that is perfect for those on the go. Ready in 30 minutes it is a tasty and simple dish made with beef, broccoli and soy sauce. Serve over a bed of rice or tossed with some lo mien noodles for a more substantial meal.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Chinese
Servings 4 servings
Calories 382 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Large pan
  • Tongs
  • Plate

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 pound flank steak cut into thin strips
  • 1 pound broccoli sliced, roughly
  • 3 tablespoons sesame oil divided

Sauce

  • ½ cup water
  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • ¼ cup brown sugar packed
  • 2 ½ tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • ½ tablespoon ginger
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions
 

  • In a bowl mix the water, soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, garlic, rice vinegar, ginger, and pepper flakes together. Whisk or mix until combined and set aside.
    ½ cup water, ½ cup soy sauce, ¼ cup brown sugar, 2 ½ tablespoons cornstarch, 1 tablespoon garlic, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, ½ tablespoon ginger, 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • In a large pan heat 1½ tablespoons of sesame oil over medium high heat. Add the broccoli and sauté for 5 minutes stirring occasionally. Transfer the broccoli to a plate.
    3 tablespoons sesame oil, 1 pound broccoli
  • Add the remaining sesame oil to the pan and over medium high brown the steak stirring frequently to brown evenly.
    3 tablespoons sesame oil, 1 pound flank steak
  • After the steak has been browned on all sides, about 3 minutes, add the broccoli and sauce and cook until thickened stirring constantly, 1-2 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 382kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 31gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 68mgSodium: 1260mgPotassium: 897mgFiber: 3gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 855IUVitamin C: 102mgCalcium: 105mgIron: 3mg
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Keyword 30 minute recipe, Beef, Broccoli, Meal Prep
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