I don’t typically eat a lot of meat and tend to lean toward a more plant based diet but I love broccoli beef. I really can’t explain why either. There’s just something about the flavor of the beef and having it mixed with beautiful green broccoli florets. It’s actually one of the few Chinese-inspired dishes that my husband and I can agree on. For him, the spicier the better but I prefer a little (or a lot) less spice. But we both loved this one and can’t wait to have it again! And now there’s no need to order takeout!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lb flank steak, thinly sliced across the grain
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoons quinoa flour (or flour of your choice or cornstarch)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 lb fresh broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 1/2 cups uncooked brown jasmine rice
Instructions
- Cook rice according to package directions.
- Sprinkle steak with salt and pepper, toss with quinoa flour.
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; brown steak 2 minutes, turning occasionally.
- Remove steak from skillet and keep warm.
- Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in skillet.
- Saute garlic and broccoli for 3 minutes.
- Add water and soy sauce to skillet; cover and cook 2 minutes or until broccoli is tender.
- Uncover and bring mixture to a boil.
- Add beef back in and cook 2-3 minutes or until sauce is thickened.
- Serve over rice.

What is your favorite Chinese-inspired dish?
Jaime says
October 23, 2014 at 6:53 amI love beef and broccoli when we eat out, but I’ve only attempted to make it once or twice. Your recipe looks great (and I love that it isn’t over complicated.)
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Catherine S says
October 23, 2014 at 9:05 amThis looks really good. We normally get Chinese food when we go out. I will have to try this recipe.
Meranda Devan says
October 23, 2014 at 9:41 amOh yum!! I love rice, broccoli…and the beef is unexpected. Will have to give this a try!
Pam says
October 23, 2014 at 3:06 pmI always order beef and broccoli at the local Chinese place. I definitely need to try to make it at home.
Shop with Me Mama says
October 23, 2014 at 3:10 pmThat looks delicious! I love beef and broccoli together! YUM!
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Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
October 23, 2014 at 4:52 pmOne of my favorite dishes to order eating out. Now I can make it at home! Thanks!
Jenn says
October 23, 2014 at 4:56 pmI love beef and broccoli! I always thought it was much harder so haven’t made it. Thank you!
Shell says
October 23, 2014 at 6:01 pmI rarely eat meat. But for some reason, I like this combination, too!
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Ann Bacciaglia says
October 23, 2014 at 7:25 pmI love to make my own Beef and Broccoli. My favorite is mushroom fried rice.
Mickey says
October 23, 2014 at 8:38 pmI’ve never tried this, but know my husband would love it. We’ll have to try it soon!
Virginia @thatbaldchick says
October 23, 2014 at 9:16 pmI’ve never attempted to make broccoli beef. I bet my daughter would love it.
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Carly from The Puzzled Palate says
October 23, 2014 at 9:17 pmI have never been good at making asian inspired food at home! This recipe is pretty straight forward- I might have to give it another go!
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Pauline Cabrera says
October 24, 2014 at 3:36 amBroccoli is the only vegetable I eat. So, this beef recipe sounds perfect for me.
Debbie L. says
October 24, 2014 at 5:18 amPinned your post right away went I started reading it – FLANK steak is my favorite! I will be making this for supper!
Beth@KCMompreneurs says
October 24, 2014 at 5:49 amThe beef recipe looks great. I’m bad about eating my broccoli. Would I be bad if I left that part out? 🙂
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Chrsytal @ YUM eating says
October 24, 2014 at 10:46 amI love broccoli beef. Hubs doesn’t like cooked broccoli so this is a dish I never make anymore.
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Christie says
October 24, 2014 at 10:47 amWow, this looks so good! It’s been a long time since I’ve had this dish!
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Travel Blogger says
October 24, 2014 at 12:48 pmYum, that looks simple but savory – my kind of weeknight dish!
Krystal's Kitsch says
October 24, 2014 at 2:00 pmThis is what I like to order to go! IT’s so good with rice!
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Rosey says
October 24, 2014 at 3:26 pmI was just saying I haven’t made hubby Chinese food for awhile! He’d love this recipe too, I’m sure of it.
Veronica says
October 24, 2014 at 4:50 pmi love broccoli! This looks like one to try
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Kristin says
October 24, 2014 at 6:50 pmYum I love beef broccoli. This looks so tasty. Thanks for sharing.
lisa says
October 24, 2014 at 8:19 pmThis is so easy I don’t know why I don’t make it more often. I should add into the menu rotation for November!
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Tess says
October 24, 2014 at 8:24 pmThis is my hubby’s favorite meal. I love using broccoli in recipes-good for you!
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Amanda says
October 24, 2014 at 8:59 pmI love beef and broccoli! Never thought to make it at home. Can’t wait to try it
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Tracey says
October 26, 2014 at 4:34 pmThis is such a Pinnable recipe! Looks delish and will save me from ordering take out!
Shannon Gosney says
October 27, 2014 at 10:52 pmI love Beef and Broccoli. This sounds like a yummy recipe.
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