Teriyaki Beef and Broccoli Recipe
Savory beef, crisp broccoli, and a sticky teriyaki sauce come together in this easy, flavor-packed stir-fry. Say goodbye to mediocre takeout forever.
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 Teriyaki Sauce:
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon ginger grated
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
- For the Stir-Fry:
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- ¼ cup water
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds optional
- 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.
- Prepare the sauce: Whisk together soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, sesame oil, rice vinegar, ginger, and garlic.
- Blanch the broccoli: Boil for 1 minute, then rinse under cold water.
- Sear the beef: Heat oil in a wok. Cook beef for 2 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Cook the sauce: Pour teriyaki sauce into the pan. Simmer for 1 minute.
- Combine everything: Return beef to the pan. Add broccoli and stir well.
- Thicken the sauce: Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook until glossy.
- Serve hot: Garnish with sesame seeds and enjoy with rice.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 340
- Total Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
Vitamin & Mineral Content (Per Serving)
- Iron: 16%
- Vitamin C: 18%
- Calcium: 9%
- Potassium: 12%
- Vitamin B12: 13%
Flavor-Boosting Tips
- Use fresh ginger and garlic for the best punch.
- Toasted sesame seeds add extra depth.
- Slice the beef thinly against the grain for tenderness.
- Let the sauce thicken properly—it’s the star of the show.
- Extra sauce? Drizzle it over rice because wasting it would be a crime.