A fast, takeout-style classic with tender slices of beef, crisp broccoli, and a glossy savory sauce—ready in about 20 minutes.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 3–4)
Beef & veg:
- 1 lb (450g) flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tbsp oil (olive or sesame)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger (optional)
Sauce:
- ⅓ cup soy sauce (low sodium)
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- ½ cup beef broth or water
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- ½ tsp black pepper
👩🍳 Instructions
- Mix the sauce
Whisk soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, broth, cornstarch, and pepper until smooth. - Sear the beef
Heat oil in a hot pan/wok. Cook beef in batches for 2–3 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside. - Cook the broccoli
Add broccoli with a splash of water. Cover and steam 2–3 minutes until tender-crisp. - Add aromatics
Stir in garlic and ginger; cook 30 seconds until fragrant. - Combine & thicken
Return beef to the pan, pour in sauce, and toss 1–2 minutes until thick and glossy. - Serve
Great over rice, noodles, or on its own for a low-carb option.
🌿 Anti-Inflammatory Touch
- Use extra ginger & garlic
- Swap sugar for a little honey or skip it
- Add turmeric + black pepper (small pinch)
- Toss in extra veggies (bell peppers, mushrooms)
💡 Pro Tips
- Slice beef very thin for tenderness
- Don’t overcrowd the pan—cook in batches
- Keep broccoli slightly crisp for best texture
🥗 Nutrition (Approx. per serving)
- Calories: ~300–400
- Protein: ~25–30g
- Low-carb friendly (without rice)
🧮 WW Points (Estimated)
- Standard: ~5–7 points
- Lower sugar/oil: ~4–5 points
🔄 Variations
- Spicy: add chili flakes or sriracha
- Garlic lover: double the garlic
- Keto: skip honey & serve without rice