Beef & Broccoli

You will keep this Lighter Beef and Broccoli recipe made with tender flank steak, crisp broccoli and a savory garlic ginger sauce. A quick and straightforward weeknight dinner that tastes better than take-out and comes together in under 30 minutes!

Skip the take-out and make this Lighter Beef and Broccoli! Such a weeknight staple that you will come back to time and time again. Made with tender strips of beef, crisp broccoli, and a bold garlicky savory sauce that comes together in under 30 minutes with pantry staples. Reliable for busy evenings, meal prep or when you are just craving take-out, you will keep the restaurant qua

Yes! This recipe is great for meal prep. Cook the beef and broccoli, then store everything in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or in a skillet over a moderate burner until warmed through.

What goes in

• 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 1 pound flank steak, cut into thin bite-sized strips
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
• 1 large head of broccoli, cut into florets (about 3 cups)
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• Garnish with sesame seeds, if desired
• 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
• 1/3 cup beef broth
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 teaspoons sesame oil
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon cold water

How it comes together

1. Prepare the sauce. In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, beef broth, honey, sesame oil and red pepper flakes. In a separate smaller bowl, mix together the cornstarch and cold water to make a slurry and add to the stir fry sauce. Hold nearby.
2. Cook the meat. Use a wide skillet or wok over high heat, drizzle a tablespoon of olive oil. Add the beef strips in a single layer and season with salt and pepper. Sauté the beef for 3 minutes on each side until just cooked through. Transfer to a plate and hold nearby.
3. Sauté the broccoli. Turn the heat down to medium and drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in the skillet. Add in the broccoli florets, garlic and ginger and sauté for 4 to 5 minutes, partially covered with a lid, until broccoli are slightly tender, but still crisp.
4. Toss everything together. Add the steak back to the pan and pour in the prepared stir fry sauce. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 3 to 4 minutes, until the sauce has slightly thickened. Turn off the heat and stir in the green onions.
5. Serve. We keep serving this beef and broccoli over rice, but you could also serve with cauliflower rice, noodles or enjoy this all on its own!