Quick and Easy Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

Craving a delicious and satisfying meal that comes together in under 30 minutes? Look no further than Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry! This classic stir-fry recipe is a weeknight lifesaver, packed with flavor and customizable to your preferences. Tender cuts of beef are stir-fried with crisp broccoli florets and vibrant red peppers, all bathed in a savory and slightly sweet sauce.

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Why You’ll Love Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

• Quick & Easy: Ready in just 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
• Flavorful: Savory sauce and tender beef combine with crisp-tender broccoli for a delightful bite.
• Customizable: Swap vegetables, adjust spice levels, and personalize it to your tastes.
• Packed with Nutrients: Beef provides protein, broccoli offers vitamins and fiber, and the overall dish is lower in fat compared to takeout options.
• Healthy & Delicious: A satisfying and balanced meal that won’t leave you feeling deprived.

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Variations & Substitutions

• Veggie Swap: Don’t have broccoli on hand? Feel free to substitute other vegetables like snap peas, baby corn, or green beans.
• Spice it Up: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or Sriracha to the sauce for a kick of heat.
• Protein Options: While beef is classic, you can use chicken, shrimp, or tofu for a vegetarian option.
• Gluten-Free: Substitute gluten-free tamari for the soy sauce to make this recipe gluten-free.

INGREDIENTS1x2x3x

• 1 lb Stir-Fry Beef
• 1 red pepper sliced
• 3 cups fresh or frozen broccoli
• 1 cup of water
• 1 tsp ground ginger
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• ½ tsp kosher salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder
• ½ cup soy sauce
• 3 tbsp vegetable oil
• 2 tbsp cornstarch

INSTRUCTIONS

Prep Ingredients

• Slice the red pepper.
• Cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets.

Make Sauce

• In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, water, brown sugar, ground ginger, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.

Prepare Cornstarch Slurry

• In another bowl, mix cornstarch with a little bit of water to create a slurry. Set aside.

Cook Beef

• Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
• Add the beef slices and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.

Cook Vegetables

• In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil.
• Add the sliced red pepper and broccoli florets to the skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender-crisp.

Combine Ingredients

• Return the cooked beef to the skillet with the vegetables.

Add Sauce

• Pour the prepared sauce over the beef and vegetables in the skillet.

Thicken Sauce

• Stir the cornstarch slurry to recombine, then pour it into the skillet.
• Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce has thickened, about 1-2 minutes.

Serve

• Once the sauce has thickened and everything is heated through, remove from heat.
• Serve hot over rice or noodles.

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