Best Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry Recipe

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If you enjoy Chinese take-out, it’s easy to make at home. This Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry is full of flavor and saves money.

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Like so many things these days, getting Chinese take-out has gotten expensive. While my family loves Chinese food, I’ve never made it at home. I’ve wanted to but never found a recipe that would suit all of us since our tastes are so different.

While shopping at Publix, the Apron’s Cooking station was cooking this beef and broccoli recipe so I stopped for a sample. I knew this was the recipe I needed to try at home with some modifications.

It was a hit with the family and a recipe that will go into my meal plan rotation.

Ingredients for Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

If you don’t usually prepare Asian meals at home you may need a grocery run for some ingredients.

• Fresh Broccoli Florets
• Vegetable Oil – canola oil is a good option.
• Top Sirloin
• Chopped Fresh Garlic
• Ginger Paste – this can be optional but adds great flavor.
• Stir Fry Sauce
• Chicken Broth – low sodium is ok.
• Brown Sugar – light brown sugar is what I used.
• Cornstarch
• Soy Sauce – use either light or regular soy sauce.

Equipment

• Large skillet or wok. I’ve used both so use what you have.
• Saucepan for cooking the crisp broccoli.
• Tongs or a spatula for tossing the beef and broccoli stir fry.
• Measuring spoons and cups.

For measurements and full instructions for beef and broccoli stir fry see the recipe card below.

Time Saving Meal Prep Tips

I like to prepare as much in advance as possible so I can throw this beef and broccoli stir fry together easily. I usually purchase a head of broccoli but the bagged florets were on sale so I thought I’d save myself some time. I still had to cut those florets into bite-sized pieces.

Slicing the steak when you bring it home from the store will also save time. If beef and broccoli stir fry is on a future menu, freeze the meat sliced and you’re ready to go.

It’s important to note to have everything prepared as this beef and broccoli stir fry comes together quickly. My whole family would agree that this version was as yummy as anything from take-out.

What can I serve with Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry?

My favorite side to serve with this broccoli stir fry recipe is fried rice with no egg, made with brown rice. These hibachi vegetables or spicy garlic edamame would also make great side dishes.

White rice or cauliflower rice would also be a delicious side for this beef broccoli stir fry.

More Stir Fry Recipes

If you want to make new recipes at home rather than dine out at a Chinese restaurant try this Kung Pao chicken, spicy stir-fried pork and green beans, easy chicken stir-fry or shrimp stir-fry with snow peas.

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Best Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry Recipe

Homemade Beef and Broccoli is better than takeout and easy on the budget.

5 from 3 votes

Prep Time10 minutes mins

Cook Time20 minutes mins

Total Time30 minutes mins

Course: Beef Recipes

Cuisine: Asian

Servings: 4 servings

Author: Ellen Folkman

Equipment

• Wok or Skillet
• Tongs
• Spatula
• Measuring Cups
• Measuring Spoons

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Ingredients

• 12 ounces fresh broccoli florets
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 ½ pounds top sirloin, cut into strips for stir-fry
• 3 tablespoons chopped garlic
• 1 tablespoon ginger paste
• ½ cup stir-fry sauce
• ¼ cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce

Instructions

• Cut broccoli into bite-sized pieces. Steam in a small amount of water until crisp tender but not completely cooked.
  12 ounces fresh broccoli florets
• Preheat a large saute pan on medium high heat for 2-3 minutes. Place oil in pan, then add steak, garlic and ginger paste.; cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until lightly browned.
  1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1 ½ pounds top sirloin, cut into strips for stir-fry, 3 tablespoons chopped garlic, 1 tablespoon ginger paste
• While the steak cooks, combine the remaining ingredients, except broccoli in a small bowl until well blended.
  ½ cup stir-fry sauce, ¼ cup chicken broth, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• Stir broccoli and sauce mixture into beef. Bring to a boil; cook 2-3 minutes or until sauce thickens and broccoli is tender. Serve with fried rice.

Recipe Notes

For a change, stir in sliced water chestnuts to the beef with the sauce.

Recipe inspired by Publix Aprons Cooking School

https://familyaroundthetable.com/homemade-chinese-takeout-beef-and-broccoli/

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