Stir-Fried Beef and Broccoli With Orange-Sesame Sau

Name: Stir-Fried Beef and Broccoli With Orange-Sesame Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb flank steak, cut into thin strips; 2 teaspoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 8 ounces bite-sized broccoli florets (3 cups); ½ cup water; 1 bell pepper, cored, seeded, and sliced; 1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger; ½ cup orange juice; ¼ cup low sodium chicken broth; ¼ cup soy sauce; 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil; 2 teaspoons cornstarch

Servings: persons

1 lb flank steak, cut into thin strips
2 teaspoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
8 ounces bite-sized broccoli florets (3 cups)
½ cup water
1 bell pepper, cored, seeded, and sliced
1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
½ cup orange juice
¼ cup low sodium chicken broth
¼ cup soy sauce
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
2 teaspoons cornstarch

1
Make the sauce: combine the sauce ingredients in a bowl; set aside.
2
Make the stir-fry: Toss the steak with soy sauce; heat 2 teaspoons oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over high heat until just smoking.
3
Add in beef; cook, stirring occasionally and breaking up clumps, until lightly browned, about 3 minutes; transfer beef to clean bowl.
4
Add 1 more tablespoon oil to the pan and return to high heat until shimmering; add in broccoli and water to pan; cover, and cook until bright green and slightly tender, about 2 minutes.
5
Remove lid, add in bell pepper and water chestnuts; continue to cook until vegetables are tender, about 3 minutes.
6
Clear center of pan and add remaining 1 teaspoon oil, garlic, and ginger; cook, mashing garlic mixture into pan with back of spatula, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
7
Stir in cooked beef; whisk Orange-Sesame Sauce to recombine; add to pan, and bring to a simmer.
8
Cook sauce until thickened, 1-2 minutes; serve immediately.

595

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb flank steak, cut into thin strips, 2 teaspoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 8 ounces bite-sized broccoli florets (3 cups), and more.

Yes, Stir-Fried Beef and Broccoli With Orange-Sesame Sauce falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Stir-Fried Beef and Broccoli With Orange-Sesame Sauce

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