Name: Beef and Broccoli
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 lb. Flank steak, very thinly sliced into bite-sized strips; 2 Tbsp. Olive oil , divided; 1 lb. Fresh broccoli, cut into 6 cups of florets; 2 tsp. Sesame seeds, optional garnish; 1 tsp. Fresh ginger, grated; 2 tsp. Garlic, grated; 1/2 Cups Hot water; 6 Tbsp. Low sodium soy sauce; 3 Tbsp. Light brown sugar, packed; 1 1/2 Tbsp Cornstarch; 1/4 tsp. Black pepper; 2 Tbsp. Sesame oil

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Beef and Broccoli

Author: Adam Moore Cooking Method: Stir-fry Cuisine: American, Asian Courses: Main Course Recipe Keys: Dairy Free Gluten Free High Protein Kids Non Vegetarian Quick Meals

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 mins Cook Time 20 mins Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 340

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Dietary:

Dairy-free Gluten-Free

Description

Adam Moore's homemade beef and broccoli — thinly sliced flank steak stir-fried with crisp-tender broccoli florets in a ginger-garlic-soy sauce thickened with cornstarch and finished with sesame oil. A faster, fresher, far better alternative to takeout, served over rice.

Instructions

Start cooking white rice first so it's ready when the stir fry is done.
Cover and freeze the steak for 30 minutes for easier slicing, then thinly slice against the grain.
Make the sauce: combine the ginger, garlic, hot water, soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, black pepper, and sesame oil in a bowl. Stir well to dissolve the sugar and set aside.
Place a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 Tbsp. oil. Add the broccoli florets and sauté 4-5 minutes, partially covered, stirring several times, until bright green and crisp-tender. Remove from the pan.
Increase the heat to high and add the remaining 1 Tbsp. oil. Add the beef in a single layer and sear until browned, about 1-2 minutes per side.
Pour the sauce over the beef and stir to coat, letting it bubble and thicken for 1-2 minutes.
Return the broccoli to the pan and toss everything together until well coated and heated through.
Garnish with sesame seeds and serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 340kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16g25%
Saturated Fat 4g20%
Cholesterol 60mg20%
Sodium 780mg33%
Total Carbohydrate 18g6%
Dietary Fiber 3g12%
Sugars 9g
Protein 30g60%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Freeze the flank steak for 30 minutes before slicing — it firms up just enough to make thin, even slicing against the grain much easier.

If you prefer softer broccoli, add 2 Tbsp. water to the pan before covering with a lid; this steams the broccoli for a more tender result.

Beef and Broccoli