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Quick & Savory Beef Stir Fry with Broccoli and Peppers

quick & savory beef stir fry with broccoli and peppers recipe made easy at home. Tender beef strips and crisp veggies in a garlic-ginger soy glaze—faster than
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 lb flank steak sliced thinly against the grain
  • 3 cups broccoli florets bite-sized
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced into strips
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil divided
Stir Fry Sauce
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar packed
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
Aromatics & Garnish
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger minced
  • 2 green onions sliced, for garnish
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds for garnish

Method
 

  1. Slice the flank steak against the grain into thin strips about 1/4-inch thick. In a small bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients except the cornstarch slurry. Mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water in a separate bowl. Have all vegetables and aromatics ready to go.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until shimmering and nearly smoking. Add the beef in a single layer and let it sear undisturbed for 1 minute. Stir and cook until just browned but still slightly pink in spots, about 1-2 more minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  3. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the hot pan. Toss in the broccoli and bell pepper. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the broccoli turns bright green and is crisp-tender. Add the garlic and ginger and stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Return the beef (and any accumulated juices) to the pan. Pour in the sauce mixture and the cornstarch slurry. Stir everything together and cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and veggies evenly. Ensure the beef reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) for food safety; use an instant-read thermometer.
  5. Remove from heat, drizzle with a little extra toasted sesame oil if desired, and transfer to a serving platter. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Pile over rice or noodles and eat while sizzling hot.