🥩🥦 Beef & Broccoli
Tender strips of beef, crisp broccoli, and a rich, savory sauce come together in this easy homemade Beef & Broccoli recipe. It’s quick, flavorful, and perfect for a busy weeknight dinner!
🛒 Ingredients
1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced
4 cups broccoli florets
2 tbsp vegetable oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
½ cup beef broth
⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 tsp sesame oil
¼ tsp black pepper
Cooked white rice, for serving
👩🍳 Instructions
- Prepare the sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together the beef broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, sesame oil, and black pepper. Set aside. - Cook the beef
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the sliced beef and stir-fry for 2–3 minutes, until nicely browned. Remove the beef and set aside. - Cook the broccoli
Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the skillet. Add the broccoli and cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the garlic and ginger and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant. - Combine everything
Return the cooked beef to the skillet and pour in the prepared sauce. Stir well and cook for 2–3 minutes, until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and broccoli. - Serve
Serve hot over cooked white rice and enjoy this delicious homemade favorite! 🍚🥩🥦
💡 Helpful Tips
Slice the beef thinly against the grain for the most tender texture.
For easier slicing, place the beef in the freezer for about 15–20 minutes before cutting.
Don’t overcrowd the skillet when cooking the beef. Cook in batches if necessary so it browns instead of steaming.
Keep the broccoli slightly crisp for better texture and flavor.
For a little heat, add red pepper flakes or a pinch of chili powder to the sauce.
You can substitute white rice with brown rice, cauliflower rice, or noodles.
For extra flavor, sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.
If the sauce becomes too thick, add a small splash of beef broth or water to loosen it.
⭐ Pro Tip
For the best restaurant-style flavor, make sure your skillet is very hot before adding the beef. A quick, high-heat stir-fry helps create beautifully browned beef while keeping it tender.