The Ultimate Beef Steak with Broccoli Recipe
A restaurant-quality stir-fry featuring tenderized steak strips and crisp-tender broccoli in a rich, savory garlic-ginger glaze.
Equipment
- Wok or Large Cast Iron Skillet
- Sharp chef’s knife
- Meat thermometer
Ingredients
For the Steak:
- 1.5 lbs flank or sirloin steak
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp neutral oil
- Salt & pepper
For the Broccoli:
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
For the Sauce:
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- ½ cup beef broth
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 tsp cornstarch slurry
Instructions
- Velvet the steak. Rest 15 minutes.
- Blanch broccoli 60 seconds, shock, dry.
- Heat pan until smoking.
- Sear steak in batches (1 minute per side).
- Remove steak.
- Add sauce ingredients to pan.
- Simmer until thickened.
- Return steak + broccoli.
- Toss 60 seconds.
- Serve immediately.
- Internal temp target: 135°F for medium-rare.
Video
Notes
Alternative Methods & Variations
If you love beef versatility:- Try this flavor profile in a broccoli and steak stir fry with oyster sauce.
- Use chuck roast (see my Slow Cooker Beef Chuck Roast guide) for a low-and-slow variation.
- Swap broccoli for snap peas.
- Add chili crisp for heat.
Approx. 380 kcal | Protein: 32g | Carbs: 12g | Fat: 22g Note: This video is from another creator and is included as a general technique guide for searing steak and preparing broccoli; follow the written recipe below for exact ingredients and measurements used in this dish.