Savor the bold flavors of this Beef and Broccoli with Rice, a classic dish that combines tender strips of beef with crisp, vibrant broccoli in a rich, savory sauce. Stir-fried to perfection, the beef is infused with soy sauce, garlic, and ginger, creating a flavorful base that pairs beautifully with the fresh broccoli.
The savory sauce, thickened with a hint of cornstarch, clings to every bite, making each mouthful deliciously satisfying. Served over a bed of fluffy white or brown rice, this dish is a complete meal that’s as filling as it is flavorful.
Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep, this Beef and Broccoli with Rice recipe delivers on taste and nutrition, offering a well-rounded, protein-packed dish that’s sure to become a favorite at the dinner table!
Beef and Broccoli with Rice
Ingredients
For the sauce
- ¼ cup Soy Sauce, low sodium
- ⅓ cup Water
- ¼ cup Brown Sugar (can use Splenda brown sugar)
- 1 tbsp Oil
- 1 tsp Garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Ginger, minced
For the beef and broccoli
- 1 lb Beef Sirloin
- 1 tsp Sesame Oil
- 2 tsp Cornstarch, divided
- 1 head (medium) Broccoli
- 3 Green Onions
- 2 tbsp Oil
- 3 tbsp Water
- ⅛ tsp Salt
- ½ tsp Red Pepper Flakes
- Sesame Seeds (for topping)
Instructions
- Start by making the sauce. In a small bowl, whisk soy sauce, water, and brown sugar.
- In a small sauce pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger, cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Pour in soy sauce mixture and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and let cool.
- Thinly slice the sirloin into ¼ inch thick strips, add to a medium sized bowl.
- Toss beef with 1 tsp sesame oil and 1 tsp cornstarch. Let sit for 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, chop the broccoli into small florets and slice the green onions thinly. Now is also a good time to make quick-cook rice (such as minute rice).
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tbsp oil over medium-high heat. Add beef to skillet (careful! Oil may pop.). Cook about 2 minutes. Move beef to a plate or bowl and set aside.
- Stir remaining 1 tsp cornstarch into sauce.
- Add 1 tbsp oil to skillet along with the broccoli. Stir to coat, then pour in water. Cook until broccoli is tender, about 4 minutes.
- Add beef strips to skillet. Pour sauce over the top.
- Reduce heat to low and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Stir in salt, green onion, and red pepper flakes. Remove from heat.
- Serve over rice and top with sesame seeds.
