Description
A simple recipe for beef and broccoli with a sesame sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 1 head broccoli, cut into florets
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, toss the sliced beef with soy sauce and cornstarch. Set aside for 10 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together beef broth, brown sugar, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger. Set aside.
- Blanch the broccoli florets in boiling water for 2 minutes. Drain immediately and set aside.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the beef and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes. Remove beef from the skillet.
- Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet and bring to a simmer. Cook until the sauce thickens slightly, about 1 minute.
- Return the beef and add the blanched broccoli to the skillet. Toss everything to coat well.
- Cook for 1-2 minutes until the beef and broccoli are heated through.
- Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can marinate the beef for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Serve this dish over steamed white or brown rice.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 550
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 12
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 35
- Cholesterol: 80
Keywords: sesame beef, beef and broccoli, stir fry, easy beef recipe, asian beef