Description
Tender flank steak and crisp broccoli in a glossy honey-soy sauce, made with fresh ginger and garlic. A high-protein, iron-rich meal that’s quick to prepare and perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
1.5 pounds flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
4 cups broccoli florets
3 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium)
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon cornstarch, divided
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/4 cup water
1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
1/2 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (optional garnish)
Instructions
Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and ginger, stirring until fragrant (30 seconds). Remove stems and discard.
Transfer mixture to a bowl and set aside. In the same skillet, heat remaining vegetable oil. Work in batches to sear beef without overcrowding, cook 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and keep warm.
Add broccoli to the skillet with 1/4 cup water. Cover and steam 2-3 minutes, then stir with high heat until bright green and tender (4-5 minutes total).
In a small bowl, whisk soy sauce, honey, 1/2 tablespoon cornstarch, lime juice, and 1 tablespoon sesame oil. Pour into skillet. Bring to a boil then simmer 2 minutes, stirring.
Return seared beef to the skillet, stir to coat. Add broccoli to the mix, bring to a gentle bubble, then add broccoli halves to the skillet, cook 1-2 minutes until glazed.
Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch slurry for extra gloss.
Notes
Sear in batches to avoid sogginess
Use cornstarch substitute if preferred gluten-free
Low-sodium soy is essential for control
For extra crunch, add sesame seeds at end
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Low-Carb Comfort Dinner Recipes
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 60mg