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Better Than Takeout Beef and Broccoli: The Ultimate Homemade Stir-Fry Recipe

This beef and broccoli recipe delivers restaurant-quality results with tender, juicy beef and crisp-tender broccoli smothered in an unforgettable sauce that's even better than your favorite takeout joint. The secret lies in properly tenderizing the beef and creating a sauce that strikes the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and umami flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 lb beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 1 large head of broccoli, cut into florets
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce (vegetarian oyster sauce available)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1/2 cup beef broth or water
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Green onions for garnish
  • Sesame seeds for garnish

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Slice the beef against the grain into thin strips. Toss the beef slices with cornstarch until evenly coated.
  2. Bring a pot of water to boil and blanch the broccoli florets for 2-3 minutes until bright green but still crisp. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and beef broth. Set aside.
  4. Heat oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add the beef in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until browned. Remove beef and set aside.
  5. In the same pan, add a bit more oil if needed. Sauté garlic and ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Add the blanched broccoli to the pan and stir-fry for 1 minute. Return the beef to the pan, pour in the sauce, and toss everything together. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats everything beautifully.
  7. Drizzle with sesame oil, garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

Notes

Slice beef against the grain for maximum tenderness. Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking beef. Blanch broccoli first for perfect texture. Sauce can be thickened with cornstarch slurry if needed.