Healthy Beef and Broccoli
Ingredients
- 1 tbspolive oil
- 1 lbshaved steak
or try flank steak, strip steak, sirloin, or skirt steak trimmed of fat & sliced thin
- 1crown broccoli
rinsed and cut into florets
- ¼ clow sodium soy sauce
bragg's liquid aminos, coconut aminos, tamari, gf soy sauce or alternatives may be used
- 2 tbspcornstarch
- 3 clovesgarlic
minced
- 3 tbspsherry
marsala, madeira may be used - optional
- 3 tbsphoney
- 1 tspfresh ginger
minced or grated
- 2 tbspsesame oil
i use toasted sesame oil
- ½ clow sodium beef broth
- red pepper flakes
optional
- sesame seeds
optional
- 4servings white or brown rice or noodles
- sriracha sauce or sweet chili sauce
Directions
- 1
If steaming your own rice, start before you do anything else. In a medium bowl mix together the following ingredients: soy sauce (½ cup or alternative), cornstarch (2 TBL), garlic (3 cloves), port (3 TBL), honey (3 TBL), ginger (1 tsp), sesame oil (2 TBL), red pepper flakes (optional), and beef broth (½ cup). Whisk well, set aside.
- 2
Trim steak of any excess fat and slice into bit size, thin slices. Cut your broccoli into bite size florets. Heat pan on medium-high heat and drizzle in olive oil. Once pan is hot, carefully place in meat and quick toss/stir fry to brown both sides. About 3-4 minutes.
- 3
Add broccoli and keep heat up to stir fry broccoli and finish cooking the meat, 2-3 minutes. Pour in the sauce (whisking first to make sure it's all combined) and stir until thick and glossy.
- 4
Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until broccoli is done to your desired taste. Serve immediately over rice or noodles. Garnish with a few shakes of sesame seeds or red pepper flakes if desired.
Healthy Beef and Broccoli
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About this Recipe
Tired of takeout but craving that perfect, savory beef and broccoli? This Healthy Beef and Broccoli recipe brings restaurant-quality flavors right to your kitchen table in just 30 minutes, making weeknight dinners effortless and incredibly satisfying.
What makes this dish a standout is the combination of tender beef and crisp broccoli, all coated in a rich, tangy sauce that balances sweet and savory notes. Using shaved steak ensures quick cooking and maximum tenderness, while fresh ginger and garlic elevate the flavor beyond a simple stir-fry.
Prepare for a symphony of textures and flavors. You'll enjoy thinly sliced, tender beef paired with vibrant green, crisp broccoli florets, all bathed in an aromatic, glossy sauce. The balance of sweet honey, tangy sherry (or its alternatives), and umami-rich low sodium soy sauce creates a deeply satisfying profile, with a subtle kick from optional red pepper flakes. This is a wonderfully healthy beef and broccoli meal, delivering deliciousness without being heavy, coming in at a reasonable 417 calories per serving.
This recipe is wonderfully adaptable to your pantry and preferences. While shaved steak is ideal for speed, you can easily substitute flank steak, strip steak, sirloin, or skirt steak, ensuring they are trimmed and thinly sliced against the grain. For dietary needs, use tamari, coconut aminos, or GF soy sauce instead of traditional low sodium soy sauce. Feel free to swap sherry for marsala or madeira, or simply omit it if you prefer.
Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this dish is best served immediately over a bed of fluffy white or brown rice, or your favorite noodles. Garnish with optional toasted sesame seeds and a drizzle of sriracha or sweet chili sauce for an extra layer of flavor and visual appeal.