Garlic Beef and Broccoli Recipe
Love garlic? This dish unapologetically reeks of it—in the best way. Tender beef, crisp broccoli, and a sauce loaded with garlicky goodness. It’s a bold, punchy stir-fry that makes bland food look like a crime. No weak flavors, no sad takeout regrets—just a fast, homemade meal that actually delivers satisfaction. The aroma alone could bring your neighbors to your doorstep. The best part? It comes together in under 30 minutes, so there’s no excuse for eating boring food tonight. If you fear garlic, turn back now. Otherwise, grab a breath mint and get cooking.
Garlic Beef and Broccoli Recipe
A quick, garlicky stir-fry featuring tender beef, crisp broccoli, and a flavorful sauce. Perfect for weeknights when bland food isn’t an option.
Ingredients
For the Beef:
- 1 lb flank steak thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon baking soda for tenderness
For the Sauce:
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
For the Stir-Fry:
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon ginger grated
- 6 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
- Marinate the beef: Mix steak with soy sauce, cornstarch, and baking soda. Let it sit for 10 minutes.
- Make the sauce: Whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, black pepper, and rice vinegar.
- Blanch the broccoli: Boil for 1 minute, then drain and rinse under cold water.
- Cook the beef: Heat oil in a wok. Sear beef for 2 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté aromatics: In the same pan, heat oil. Stir-fry garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes for 30 seconds.
- Combine everything: Return beef to the pan. Add broccoli and sauce. Stir well.
- Thicken the sauce: Pour in cornstarch slurry and stir until glossy.
- Serve hot: Pair with rice or noodles. Garlic lovers, rejoice!
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 320
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
Vitamin & Mineral Content (Per Serving)
- Iron: 17%
- Vitamin C: 20%
- Calcium: 8%
- Potassium: 13%
- Vitamin B12: 14%
Flavor-Boosting Tips
- Use fresh garlic—don’t even think about garlic powder.
- Slice the beef thinly for maximum tenderness.
- Add a splash of rice vinegar for balance.
- Toasted sesame seeds make a great finishing touch.
- Extra garlic? Always a good idea.
