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Weeknight Beef & Broccoli Skillet

A quick and easy beef and broccoli skillet with tender beef, crisp broccoli, and a savory sauce, perfect for a speedy dinner.

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Servings
4
Level
Weeknight
Weeknight Beef & Broccoli Skillet

Craving the flavors of your favorite Chinese takeout but want something homemade and healthier? This Weeknight Beef & Broccoli Skillet is your answer! It's incredibly fast, uses simple ingredients, and delivers that delicious balance of tender beef, crisp broccoli, and a rich, savory sauce. Get ready for a new go-to family favorite!

Ingredients

Yield: 4 servings

For the Sauce

  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce (optional, but recommended for depth)
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch

For the Skillet

  • 1 lb flank steak or sirloin steak, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or neutral oil
  • 4 cups broccoli florets
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
  • Cooked rice or noodles, for serving
  • Sesame seeds and sliced green onions, for garnish (optional)

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Prepare the sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together beef broth, soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and cornstarch until smooth. Set aside.

  2. Step 2

    Pat the sliced beef dry with paper towels. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the beef in a single layer (cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding) and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until browned. Remove beef from the skillet and set aside.

  3. Step 3

    Add broccoli florets to the same skillet. If the skillet seems dry, add another splash of oil or a tablespoon of water to help steam. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp. Add minced garlic and grated ginger during the last minute of cooking, stirring until fragrant.

  4. Step 4

    Return the seared beef to the skillet with the broccoli. Give the prepared sauce a quick whisk (it may have separated) and pour it over the beef and broccoli.

  5. Step 5

    Stir everything together constantly for 1-2 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat all ingredients. The sauce will become glossy.

  6. Step 6

    Remove from heat. Serve immediately over cooked rice or noodles, garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions if desired.

Tips

  • Slice the beef very thinly and against the grain for maximum tenderness.
  • A quick trick for tender beef: Toss sliced beef with 1 tsp baking soda and let sit for 15 minutes, then rinse thoroughly and pat dry before cooking.
  • If you don't have oyster sauce, you can omit it or add a little extra soy sauce and a pinch more sugar.

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