Beef, Broccoli & Mushroom Stir-Fry with Garlic Ginger Sauce
A quick and tasty weeknight meal featuring lean beef, crisp broccoli, and savory mushrooms in a garlic ginger sauce.
Ingredients
For the Beef Marinade
- 1 pound flank or skirt steak, sliced thin against the grain Slice against the grain for tenderness.
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon vegetable or peanut oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon baking soda (optional, for extra tenderness) Optional for improved texture.
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Sauce
- ½ cup chicken or beef broth
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar (or white sugar)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce (optional, for rich color) Optional for a deeper flavor.
For the Stir-Fry
- 1 large head broccoli, cut into bite-sized florets
- 8 ounces mushrooms (cremini or shiitake), sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated or minced
- 1 tablespoon vegetable or peanut oil
- ¼ cup water (for steaming broccoli)
Instructions
Marinate the Beef
- Slice the steak thinly against the grain (about ¼ inch thick).
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce, oil, cornstarch, baking soda, salt, and pepper. Mix by hand until evenly coated. Let marinate for 10–15 minutes.
Make the Sauce
- Whisk together broth, soy sauces, sugar, and cornstarch in a bowl until smooth. Set aside.
Steam the Broccoli
- Add ¼ cup water to a large skillet or wok and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.
- Add the broccoli florets, cover, and steam for 1–2 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Remove and set aside. Wipe away water.
Cook the Mushrooms
- Add ½ tablespoon oil to the same pan. Sauté mushrooms for 3–4 minutes until golden and lightly caramelized. Transfer to a bowl.
Sear the Beef
- Increase heat to high and add remaining ½ tablespoon oil. Spread marinated beef in a single layer and cook without stirring ~30 seconds until browned. Flip and cook another 30–45 seconds until just done.
Add Aromatics and Combine
- Lower heat to medium-high. Add garlic and ginger; stir 20–30 seconds.
- Return broccoli and mushrooms to pan. Stir the sauce and pour it in. Cook and toss 1–2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats everything.
Serve
- Transfer to a serving dish and serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles. Garnish with sesame seeds or sliced scallions if you like.
Notes
Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months; thaw in the fridge before reheating. Pat the beef dry before searing for a good brown crust. Cook in batches if necessary to avoid steaming.