[untested] Beef & Broccoli

This an experimental dish where Krista and I are combining methods that we have learned from several different recipes to make what is hopefully the perfect quick beef and broccoli recipe.

Yields Prep Time Total Time
4-6 10 - 15 Minutes 40 Minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lb. sirloin steak, thinly sliced

  • 1/4 c. plus 1 tbsp. Vegetable oil, divided

  • 3/4 c. Water

  • 1/2 c. low-sodium soy sauce

  • 1/2 c. brown sugar

  • 3 tbsp. sesame oil

  • 1 tbsp. sriracha (optional)

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 3 green onions, thinly sliced, plus more for garnish

  • 1/4 c. cornstarch

  • 2 c. broccoli florets

  • Sesame seeds, for garnish

  • Cooked jasmine rice, for serving

Directions

  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, 2 minutes. Add soy sauce, sesame oil, water and brown sugar and stir until dissolved. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until reduced by half, 10 to 12 minutes.

  • Steam broccoli until soft, put to side.

  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, heat remaining 1/4 cup vegetable oil.

  • In a large bowl, toss steak with cornstarch until fully coated. Add steak to skillet and sear until crispy, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Drain fat.

  • Add sauce and broccoli to skillet and toss until combined, then simmer a few minutes more.

  • Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions and serve over rice.