This easy beef and broccoli recipe is quick, flavorful, and better than takeout! Made with tender beef strips, fresh broccoli, and a savory garlic-ginger sauce, it’s the perfect weeknight dinner ready in under 30 minutes.

Why You’ll Love This Beef and Broccoli

Beef and broccoli is a classic stir-fry that never disappoints. Juicy strips of beef, crisp-tender broccoli, and a rich garlic-ginger sauce come together in minutes. The best part? It’s healthier, fresher, and cheaper than takeout!

✅ Ready in 30 minutes or less
✅ Family-friendly (no leftovers, ever!)
✅ Perfect for meal prep or weeknight dinners

🥢 Easy Beef and Broccoli (Better Than Takeout!)

Ingredients You’ll Need

• Beef: Thinly sliced ribeye (flank steak or sirloin also work)
• Broccoli: Fresh or frozen steamed broccoli
• Garlic: Fresh minced garlic for bold flavor
• Rice: Steamed white rice for serving

For the Sauce:

• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 2 tbsp oyster sauce
• 1 tsp ground ginger
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp cornstarch (to thicken)
• 1/2 cup water

Seasonings for Beef:

• Salt + pepper
• Garlic powder
• Onion powder
• 1 tbsp cornstarch

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep the Beef

Slice ribeye thinly into strips. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and cornstarch. Set aside.

2. Cook the Rice & Broccoli

Start steaming rice and broccoli so everything finishes at the same time.

3. Make the Sauce

In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, oyster sauce, ginger, garlic powder, onion powder, garlic, cornstarch, and water until smooth.

4. Sear the Beef

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef strips and cook 4–5 minutes per side without stirring for a nice sear. Remove beef from pan.

5. Cook the Sauce

Add a little more olive oil, then sauté garlic. Pour in the sauce mixture and let it simmer until it thickens.

6. Combine Everything

Return beef and broccoli to the pan, toss well, and let cool slightly so the sauce thickens even more.

7. Serve & Enjoy

Plate over steamed rice and spoon extra sauce on top.

Recipe Tips

• Slice beef thinly against the grain for tenderness.
• Don’t overcook broccoli—it should stay bright green and crisp.
• Double the sauce if you love extra saucy rice bowls.

Recipe Card

Easy Beef and Broccoli
Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 20 mins | Total Time: 30 mins | Servings: 4

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ribeye (thinly sliced)
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 2 tbsp oyster sauce
• 1 tsp ground ginger
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tbsp cornstarch (plus extra for beef)
• 1/2 cup water
• Olive oil for cooking
• Salt + pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Season beef with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cornstarch.
2. Steam rice and broccoli while preparing beef.
3. Whisk sauce ingredients until smooth.
4. Heat oil in skillet, sear beef 4–5 minutes per side, remove.
5. Add garlic and sauce to skillet, simmer until thick.
6. Add beef and broccoli, toss well.
7. Serve hot over rice.