Description
A quick and easy high-protein beef and broccoli bowl packed with lean beef, crisp veggies, and a savory sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean beef, thinly sliced (flank steak or sirloin)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium)
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp water
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp olive oil or sesame oil (for cooking)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- Cooked brown rice or cauliflower rice (about 4 cups)
Instructions
- Marinate the beef: In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, cornstarch, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic. Add sliced beef and toss until fully coated. Set aside to marinate for at least 10 minutes.
- Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, rice vinegar, water, and cornstarch. Set aside.
- Prepare the broccoli: Rinse and pat dry fresh broccoli, then cut into bite-sized florets. If using frozen broccoli, thaw slightly and pat dry.
- Cook the beef: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated beef and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove beef from pan and set aside.
- Cook the broccoli: Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the pan. Toss in broccoli and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender. Add 1-2 tablespoons of water if needed to steam broccoli.
- Combine and sauce: Return beef to the pan with broccoli. Pour prepared sauce over the mixture and stir well to coat evenly. Cook for another 2 minutes until sauce thickens.
- Serve: Spoon beef and broccoli mixture over cooked brown rice or cauliflower rice. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.
Notes
Slice beef thinly against the grain for tenderness. Don’t overcrowd the pan to ensure proper searing. Adjust seasoning to taste and use high heat for stir-frying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 30
Keywords: beef and broccoli, high protein, stir-fry, quick dinner, healthy recipe, meal prep, Asian cuisine