Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry
October 29, 2025 • 0 comments
This Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful weeknight meal made with tender strips of Circle J beef, fresh broccoli florets, and a savory-sweet stir fry sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish delivers restaurant-quality flavor at home and perfectly pairs with warm, fluffy white rice. It’s an easy beef stir fry recipe that’s both hearty and wholesome.
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- Servings: 4
Ingredients
- (1 lb) Grass-fed Flank Steak
- (4 cups) Broccoli florets
- (2 cups) Cooked white rice, for serving
- (2 tablespoons) Vegetable oil, divided
- (1/2 cup) Low-sodium soy sauce
- (1/4 cup) Brown sugar
- (2 teaspoons) Cornstarch
- (1 tablespoon) Minced garlic
- (1 tablespoon) Grated ginger
- (1 tablespoon) Rice vinegar or lime juice
- (1 tablespoon) Sesame oil
- (1/4 teaspoon) Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Directions
- Prep the Ingredients: Start cooking white rice so it’s ready when the stir fry is done. For easy slicing, freeze the steak for about 30 minutes, then thinly slice it against the grain.
- Make the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients until the sugar and cornstarch are fully dissolved. Set aside.
- Cook the Broccoli: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the broccoli florets and sauté for 4–5 minutes, partially covered, stirring occasionally, until bright green and crisp-tender. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Tip: For softer broccoli, add 2 tablespoons of water before covering — it will steam perfectly.
- Cook the Beef: Increase heat to high and add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Add the beef in a single layer and cook for about 2 minutes per side, or until browned and just cooked through.
- Combine Everything: Reduce heat to medium-low, pour in the sauce, and simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened. Return the broccoli to the pan and toss to coat evenly. If needed, stir in 1–2 tablespoons of water to thin the sauce.
Serve hot over steamed white rice and enjoy!
