Restaurant-style Beef and Broccoli is deliciously flavorful and easy to make in 20 minutes or less! Enjoy it straight from the pan or serve it over rice for a satisfying meal your family will love!

Beef and Broccoli. We’ve all seen it on the menu at our favorite Chinese restaurant, and probably ordered it more times than we care to admit. Because it’s absolutely delicious! It’s definitely a classic… in every sense of the word.

But here’s the thing: it’s also SO easy to make at home! In fact, too easy NOT to make. As in I’ve made it twice in the past week… (and it’s been completely devoured both times!)

All you need is one large skillet, beef, broccoli, and a handful of ingredients for the sauce. This Broccoli Beef recipe comes together in just 20 minutes and turns out perfect EVERY time.

My kids love it over white rice… and I love it all on its own. And, of course, the flavors are completely adjustable to suit your (and your family’s) tastes!

what you’ll need for this recipe

Broccoli – 1 1/2 pounds of broccoli, cut into florets (about 8 cups florets.) Use more or less to taste.

Steak – 1 pound steak. I used flank steak, but tri-tip, top sirloin, or top round steak are also good options.

Sauce – A simple sauce made from soy sauce, water, brown sugar, cornstarch, garlic, ginger & sesame oil. Adjust the amounts according to your tastes.

Rice – Beef & broccoli is traditionally served over white rice.

how to make beef & broccoli

Make the sauce. In a medium bowl, combine the sauce ingredients and mix well. Set aside.

Cook the broccoli. Heat 2 Tablespoons oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the broccoli and cook 4-5 minutes, stirring often. Remove from pan.

Cook the beef. To the same skillet, add an additional 1 Tablespoon oil. Add the thinly sliced beef and cook about 2 minutes on each side, until browned but not fully cooked through.

Add the sauce & combine. Add the sauce and broccoli to the skillet with the beef. Cook for 2-3 minutes more, until sauce is thickened and beef and broccoli are coated.

Garnish & serve. Remove from heat and garnish with sesame seeds and crushed red pepper flakes. Serve over white rice.

Tips for Success

Cut the broccoli into similar sized pieces for even cooking.

Slice the steak nice and thin, against the grain, for quick cooking and easy bites.

Be careful not to over-cook the steak (less is more!)

Keep the pan at high heat for optimal results.

Don’t over-thicken the sauce… you’ll want some to spoon over the rice!

Recipe Variations

Use any type of steak (top sirloin steak, top round steak or tri-tip steak)
Substitute ground beef for the steak
Add additional veggies, such as mushrooms, onions, or bell peppers
Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less brown sugar
Add sriracha for extra heat
Garnish with chopped peanuts
Serve over quinoa or cauliflower rice

storing & reheating

Leftover Beef & Broccoli can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. To reheat, transfer desired amount to a skillet. Add a small amount of water and heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until warmed through.

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