Spicy Beef Broccoli Stir Fry (Printable version)
Tender beef and crisp broccoli tossed in a bold, spicy sauce for a fast and vibrant meal.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Beef
01 - 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
→ Marinade
02 - 2 tbsp soy sauce
03 - 1 tbsp cornstarch
04 - 1 tsp sesame oil
→ Vegetables
05 - 3 cups broccoli florets
06 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
07 - 3 green onions, sliced
→ Sauce
08 - 3 tbsp soy sauce
09 - 2 tbsp oyster sauce
10 - 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
11 - 1 tbsp chili garlic sauce
12 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
13 - 1 tbsp brown sugar
14 - 2 tbsp water
→ Aromatics & Oil
15 - 2 tbsp vegetable oil
16 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
17 - 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
→ Garnish
18 - 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
19 - 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
# How to Make It:
01 - Combine the beef with 2 tbsp soy sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil in a medium bowl. Toss to coat evenly and let marinate for 10 minutes at room temperature.
02 - Whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, chili garlic sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and water in a small bowl until sugar dissolves. Set aside.
03 - Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add beef in a single layer and sear for 1-2 minutes per side until browned but not fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
04 - Add remaining 1 tbsp oil to the pan. Stir fry garlic and ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
05 - Add broccoli and bell pepper to the pan. Stir fry for 2-3 minutes until vegetables reach tender-crisp consistency.
06 - Return beef to the pan with green onions. Pour in sauce and stir well. Cook for 2-3 minutes until beef is cooked through and sauce thickens slightly.
07 - Remove from heat. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and fresh cilantro. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.
# Expert tips:
01 -
- The sauce comes together in minutes but tastes like it simmered for hours
- Everything cooks in one pan, meaning less cleanup and more flavor
- You can dial the heat up or down without losing any depth
02 -
- Crowding the pan lowers the temperature and creates steam instead of sear, so cook in batches if needed
- Letting the beef rest after marinating helps the cornstarch do its job of creating that velvety texture
03 -
- Freeze the beef for 20 minutes before slicing to get paper thin strips easily
- Toast your sesame seeds in a dry pan for 2 minutes to wake up their flavor