Spicy Beef and Broccoli Recipe
Bored of bland dinners? This fiery beef and broccoli will jolt your taste buds awake. Juicy steak, crisp broccoli, and a bold, spicy sauce—no weak flavors here. The heat level? Adjustable, but let’s be honest, you want it hot. Sweet, savory, and just enough burn to make you reach for more rice. Ditch the delivery menu because this homemade version is faster, fresher, and packed with actual flavor. Toss it together in minutes, set your mouth on fire, and wonder why you ever settled for mediocre stir-fry before. You’ve been warned—this one bites back.
Spicy Beef and Broccoli Recipe
A bold and spicy take on classic beef and broccoli, packed with heat, umami, and crisp textures. Perfect for chili lovers.
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 sriracha or chili paste
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
For the Stir-Fry:
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger grated
- ¼ cup beef broth
- 1 fresh red chili sliced, optional
Instructions
- Marinate the beef: Toss sliced steak with soy sauce, cornstarch, and baking soda. Let it rest for 10 minutes.
- Prepare the sauce: Whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, black pepper, sriracha, and red pepper flakes.
- Cook the broccoli: Heat oil in a wok. Stir-fry broccoli for 2 minutes, then remove from pan.
- Sear the beef: In the same pan, add more oil. Sear steak on high heat for 2 minutes until browned.
- Add aromatics: Stir in garlic, ginger, and fresh chili, cooking until fragrant.
- Combine everything: Pour the sauce into the pan. Stir in the cooked broccoli.
- Thicken the sauce: Add cornstarch slurry and cook for 1 minute until glossy.
- Serve hot: Enjoy with rice or noodles and a glass of water if the heat gets too real.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 340
- Total Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
Vitamin & Mineral Content (Per Serving)
- Iron: 18%
- Vitamin C: 22%
- Calcium: 9%
- Potassium: 12%
- Vitamin B12: 15%
Flavor-Boosting Tips
- Slice beef against the grain for ultra-tender bites.
- Adjust the heat with more or less chili paste and red pepper flakes.
- Fresh garlic and ginger make a difference—skip the powdered stuff.
- A splash of rice vinegar balances the spice beautifully.
- Toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions add the perfect finishing touch.
