Description
This Teriyaki Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry is a quick and flavorful Asian-inspired main course featuring tender flank steak and crisp broccoli florets tossed in a rich homemade teriyaki sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, it combines sweet, savory, and tangy flavors with an easy stir-fry method for a satisfying and nutritious meal served over white rice.
Ingredients
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Beef and Vegetables
- 1 pound flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
Teriyaki Sauce
- ⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ¼ cup water
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Garnishes and Serving
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
- Sliced green onions for garnish (optional)
- Cooked white rice for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Teriyaki Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, cornstarch, water, and sesame oil until smooth. Set the sauce aside to allow the cornstarch to dissolve completely.
- Cook Broccoli: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add broccoli florets and stir-fry for 3 to 4 minutes until they are tender-crisp but still bright green. Remove broccoli from the pan and set aside on a plate.
- Cook the Beef: Add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet and heat over medium-high. Add the thinly sliced flank steak in a single layer and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until browned and just cooked through. Avoid overcrowding for even cooking.
- Add Aromatics: Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger to the beef in the pan and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Combine and Sauce: Return the cooked broccoli to the skillet with the beef. Pour the prepared teriyaki sauce over the ingredients, tossing everything together to coat evenly.
- Thicken the Sauce: Continue cooking for 2 to 3 more minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens and clings nicely to the beef and broccoli.
- Serve: Remove the stir-fry from heat. Serve hot over cooked white rice. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions if desired for added texture and flavor.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the teriyaki sauce before cooking.
- You can substitute beef with chicken breast or firm tofu for different protein options.
- Make sure to slice the beef thinly against the grain to ensure tenderness.
- If preferred, use low-sodium soy sauce to reduce salt content.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
