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Beef and broccoli stir fry in white bowl with chopsticks.

Healthy Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

Yield: 4 servings
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
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This beef and broccoli stir fry recipe is a healthy version of a takeout favorite.

Ingredients
 

  • 1 cup brown rice, uncooked
  • 1 lb. flank steak
  • 4 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 red or yellow bell pepper
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 2 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 2 Tbsp. cornstarch
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1 Tbsp. sesame seeds, optional
  • 2 Tbsp. green onions, optional

For the Sauce: 

  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 1.5 Tbsp. honey
  • 1 tsp. ground ginger
  • 1 tsp. cornstarch

Instructions
 

  • Cook Rice: Cook rice according to package instructions. The ratio is generally 2 parts water to one part rice.
  • Mix Sauce: Combine all the sauce ingredients in a bowl. Stir with a fork until combined.
  • Slice and Dice: Cut broccoli into small florets. Dispose of thick stems. Cut bell pepper into thin slices. Peel and mince garlic. Cut flank steak into very thin strips against the grain.
  • Cook Beef: Put olive oil in plan over medium/high heat. Sprinkle 1-2 Tbsp. of cornstarch over the beef and toss with your hands to coat. Add the beef to the pan. Cook for 3 minutes while stirring. Add the garlic and cook for 30 more seconds.
  • Sauce & Broccoli: Add the broccoli and sauce to the beef. While stirring, cook for an additional 3-4 minutes or until broccoli is tender and sauce has thickened.
  • Serve & Enjoy: Serve over rice with fresh pepper slices. Top with sesame seeds (optional) and green onions (optional). Enjoy!

Notes

Store leftovers in a sealed container in the fridge for up to a week. 

Nutrition

Serving: 0.25recipe | Calories: 525kcal | Carbohydrates: 62g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 17g | Cholesterol: 68mg | Sodium: 1044mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 7g
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