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Dinner
Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry
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Tender slices of steak, seared to lock in rich, umami flavors. Paired with vibrant, crisp broccoli florets, stir-fried in a fragrant blend of soy, garlic, and ginger sauce.
RECIPE
Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry
Tender slices of steak, seared to lock in rich, umami flavors. Paired with vibrant, crisp broccoli florets, stir-fried in a fragrant blend of soy, garlic, and ginger sauce.
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Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless round steak or 1 lb charcoal chuck steak, cut into thin 3-inch strips
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 small onion, cut into wedges
- hot cooked rice, for serving
- toasted sesame seeds, for serving (optional)
For the sauce
- 1/3 cup reduced sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp water
Preparation
1
In a bowl, combine the 2 tbsp cornstarch, 2 tbsp water and garlic powder until smooth. Add beef and toss.
2
In a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat, stir-fry the beef in 1 tbsp oil until beef reaches desired doneness; remove and keep warm.
3
Stir-fry the onion in remaining oil for 4-5 minutes until softened. Add the broccoli and cook for 3 minutes until the broccoli is tender but still crisp. Return beef to pan.
4
Make the sauce: combine soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger and cornstarch and water until smooth; add to the pan. Cook and stir for 2 minutes.
5
Serve over rice and garnish with toasted sesame seeds (optional).