Name: Quick Beef with Broccoli
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2–3 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 tbsp cornstarch; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 3/4 lb sirloin beef tips, sliced against the grain 1/8 inch thick; 3 tbsp vegetable oil, divided; 10 oz frozen broccoli florets, thawed; 3 garlic cloves, chopped; 3 tbsp soy sauce; 1/3 cup water; Steamed rice; Fresh cilantro sprigs

Pre-flight checklist

Before you start

Thaw the broccoli, covered, in the microwave for 2 to 3 minutes
Slice the beef thinly against the grain
Start the rice

Flight plan

Method

Toss the cornstarch, salt, pepper and beef together in a bowl until the meat is coated.
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a wok over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking. Stir-fry the beef until just cooked through, about 1 minute, then transfer it with a slotted spoon to a bowl and keep warm under foil.
Add the remaining tablespoon of oil with the broccoli and garlic and stir-fry until the broccoli is just tender and the garlic is pale golden, about 2 minutes.
Add the soy sauce and water and bring to a boil.
Return the beef to the wok and cook, stirring, until the sauce thickens, about 2 minutes.
Serve over rice with cilantro.

Notes & tips

A well-seasoned 14-inch flat-bottomed wok works best, but a big skillet is fine.

Quick Beef with Broccoli

Before you start

Method

Notes & tips

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