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Better Than Takeout Beef and Broccoli: Tender Beef Tips with the Best Sauce

This beef and broccoli recipe delivers everything you love about the restaurant classic but is even better with tender beef tips bathed in an irresistible savory sauce and crisp-tender broccoli florets. Forget waiting for delivery - this homemade version is quicker, fresher, and absolutely delicious!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 pound beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda (secret tenderizer)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 4 cups broccoli florets
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 small onion, sliced
  • Sesame seeds for garnish

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Combine all marinade ingredients in a medium bowl. Add sliced beef and toss to coat evenly. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes (or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator) while you prepare the other ingredients.
  2. Whisk together all sauce ingredients until the cornstarch is completely dissolved. Set aside - this magical mixture will create that glossy, restaurant-quality coating we're after.
  3. Bring a pot of salted water to boil. Add broccoli florets and cook for 2-3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Drain and immediately rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the marinated beef and cook for 2-3 minutes until browned but not fully cooked through. Remove beef and set aside.
  5. Add remaining oil to the same skillet. Sauté onions for 1 minute, then add blanched broccoli and stir-fry for another minute. Return the beef to the skillet.
  6. Give your prepared sauce a quick stir (the cornstarch may have settled) and pour it over the beef and broccoli mixture. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and coats everything beautifully.
  7. Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with sesame seeds, and serve immediately over steamed rice.

Notes

Slice beef against the grain for tenderness. Don't overcrowd the pan - cook in batches if necessary. Prep all ingredients first as stir-frying happens quickly.