Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry with Garlic Sauce
Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry with Garlic Sauce
Quick Overview
Beef and Broccoli is a classic Chinese-inspired dish featuring tender slices of beef, crisp broccoli, and a rich garlic soy sauce. It’s quick to prepare and perfect for a flavorful homemade dinner.
Ingredients
Main:
- Beef steak (thinly sliced)
- Broccoli florets
- Garlic
- Onion
Flavor base:
- Soy sauce
- Oyster sauce
- Ginger
- Sesame oil
Optional:
- Steamed rice
- Chili flakes
- Sesame seeds
Preparing the Beef
Thin slices cook quickly and stay tender.
For better texture:
- Marinate beef with soy sauce and cornstarch
- Let it rest for 15 minutes
This helps create a softer, restaurant-style result.
Cooking the Broccoli
- Bring water to a light boil
- Cook broccoli for 1–2 minutes
- Drain and rinse briefly with cold water
This keeps the broccoli bright green and slightly crisp.
Stir Fry Process
- Heat oil in a wok or skillet
- Sear beef quickly over high heat
- Remove beef from the pan
- Add garlic, ginger, and onions
- Return beef and broccoli back into the pan
Cook everything together for a few minutes.
Making the Garlic Sauce
Simple combination:
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- Splash of water or stock
Pour into the pan and stir until glossy.
Final Step
Toss everything until evenly coated and hot.
Serve immediately with:
- White rice
- Fried rice
- Noodles
Final Result
This dish offers:
- 🥩 Tender beef
- 🥦 Fresh broccoli texture
- 🧄 Rich garlic flavor
- 🧂 Savory sauce balance
