This Broiled Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry is a quick and savory recipe, which is made with tender skirt steak and crisp-tender broccoli under the broiler. It’s the perfect weeknight dinner, a sheet-pan meal that’s ready in about 20 minutes.
Broiled Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry Ingredients
A classic combination for a super-fast and flavorful meal.
- 1 ¼ pounds skirt steak, sliced ¼ inch thick against the grain
- 1 head broccoli, cut into florets, stems peeled and sliced
- 1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
- ¼ cup oyster sauce
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic (from 2 cloves)
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger (from a 1 ½-inch piece)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
- Steamed rice and toasted sesame seeds, for serving
How To Make Broiled Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry
A step-by-step guide to this easy, hands-off sheet-pan “stir-fry.”
- Prep the Broiler and Sauce: Position an oven rack about 4 inches from the heating element and preheat the broiler. In a large bowl, stir together the oyster sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, minced ginger, cornstarch, and 1 tablespoon of water.
- Marinate and Arrange: Season the sauce mixture with salt and pepper. Add the sliced beef and the broccoli florets and stems to the bowl and stir until everything is evenly coated in the sauce. Spread this mixture in a single, even layer on a rimmed baking sheet.
- Broil the Beef and Broccoli: Place the baking sheet under the preheated broiler. Broil for 8 to 10 minutes, rotating the sheet halfway through, until the beef is sizzling and browned in spots and the broccoli is charred and crisp-tender.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the pan from the oven and stir in the drained water chestnuts. Serve the beef and broccoli immediately over steamed rice, making sure to drizzle any delicious pan juices over the top. Garnish with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds.
Recipe Tips
For the most tender beef and perfectly cooked broccoli.
- How to get tender beef? The key is to use the right cut and slice it correctly. Skirt steak or flank steak are great choices for this high-heat cooking method. It is absolutely crucial to slice the steak against the grain. This shortens the muscle fibers, ensuring the meat is tender and easy to chew, not tough and stringy.
- How to get perfectly charred, crisp-tender broccoli? The high, direct heat of the broiler is perfect for this. Make sure the broccoli is cut into similar-sized florets and spread in a single layer on the pan. This allows the hot air to circulate, charring the edges while keeping the inside tender-crisp.
- Can I make this on the stovetop? Yes, you can make this as a traditional stir-fry. Marinate the beef separately. Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat with a little oil. Stir-fry the broccoli first until crisp-tender, then remove it. Stir-fry the beef in batches until browned. Return everything to the pan, add the sauce and water chestnuts, and cook for another minute until the sauce thickens.
- Can I make this ahead of time? This dish is best served immediately for the best texture. However, you can save time by slicing the beef and broccoli and mixing the sauce ingredients ahead of time. Store them in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator, then just toss everything together on the sheet pan when you’re ready to cook.
What To Serve With Broiled Beef and Broccoli
This quick stir-fry is a complete meal with rice.
This simple, all-in-one sheet pan meal is perfect for a busy weeknight. It’s fantastic served over:
- Fluffy white or brown jasmine rice
- Cooked lo mein or ramen noodles
- Quinoa for a healthier, high-protein option
How To Store Broiled Beef and Broccoli
Keeping your leftovers fresh and delicious.
- Refrigerate: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: Gently reheat the beef and broccoli in a skillet over medium-low heat with a splash of water, or in the microwave. Be careful not to overcook the beef.
Broiled Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry Nutrition Facts
An estimated guide per serving (without rice).
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Fat: 25 g
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
If you look at a cut of meat like skirt or flank steak, you’ll see visible lines of muscle fibers running in one direction. This is the “grain.” To slice against it, you simply cut your slices perpendicular (at a 90-degree angle) to those lines. This makes the meat much more tender.
Yes. This method would also work well with other quick-cooking vegetables like sliced bell peppers, onions, asparagus, or snow peas.
Oyster sauce provides a unique savory, slightly sweet, and umami-rich flavor. For a substitute, you could use hoisin sauce (which is a bit sweeter) or increase the amount of low-sodium soy sauce and add a teaspoon of sugar.
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Broiled Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry with Water Chestnuts Recipe
Description
A super-fast and flavorful weeknight dinner, this “stir-fry” is made entirely on one sheet pan under the broiler, featuring tender beef and charred broccoli in a savory oyster-soy sauce.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat your broiler with the rack 4 inches from the heat source.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the oyster sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, cornstarch, and 1 tbsp of water.
- Add the sliced beef and broccoli to the bowl and toss to coat everything in the sauce.
- Spread the beef and broccoli mixture in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet.
- Broil for 8 to 10 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through, until the beef is sizzling and the broccoli is charred and crisp-tender.
- Remove from the oven and stir in the drained water chestnuts.
- Serve immediately over hot steamed rice, drizzling with any pan juices.
Notes
- Slicing the skirt steak thinly against the grain is the most important step for ensuring tender beef.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan; use two sheet pans if necessary to ensure the beef and broccoli broil rather than steam.
- This is a very quick recipe, so have your rice cooked and ready to go before you start broiling.
- The broiler cooks very quickly, so keep a close eye on it to prevent burning.