A Sizzling Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry with Fragrant Jasmine Rice
Blazing Broccoli Blitz
Craving a hot and satisfying meal but short on time? Look no further than the Blazing Broccoli Blitz, a sizzling stir-fry that combines tender beef, vibrant broccoli, and a savory sauce all served over fluffy jasmine rice. This recipe comes together in under 30 minutes, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights.
A Symphony of Textures and Flavors:
This stir-fry is a textural and flavorful delight. The tender beef contrasts beautifully with the crisp-tender broccoli, while the savory sauce ties everything together with a touch of heat. The bed of fragrant jasmine rice adds a comforting element to complete the dish.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Quick & Easy: This stir-fry comes together in under 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknight meals.
- Flavorful & Satisfying: The combination of savory sauce, tender beef, and crisp-tender broccoli creates a satisfying and delicious meal.
- Customizable Canvas: Feel free to adjust the spice level to your preference or add other vegetables like carrots, bell peppers, or snap peas.
- Perfect Weeknight Meal: This stir-fry is a complete meal in itself, with protein, vegetables, and carbohydrates all in one dish.
- Family-Friendly: This dish is sure to be a hit with both kids and adults.
Ingredients (for 4 servings):
For the Stir-Fry:
- 1 pound flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced (optional)
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sriracha (or more to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
For the Jasmine Rice:
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 1/2 cups water
- Pinch of salt
Instructions:
- Marinate the Beef: In a medium bowl, toss the sliced beef with cornstarch and soy sauce. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes, while you prepare the other ingredients.
- Cook the Jasmine Rice: In a small saucepan, combine the jasmine rice, water, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through and fluffy. Set aside.
- Prepare the Vegetables: While the rice cooks, wash and chop the bell pepper (if using), broccoli florets, and onion. Mince the garlic.
- Heat the Wok or Pan: Heat the vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering.
- Sear the Beef: Add the marinated beef to the hot pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until browned and cooked through. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside on a plate.
- Stir-Fry the Vegetables: Add the red bell pepper (if using) and onion to the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until softened slightly.
- Add Broccoli and Garlic: Add the broccoli florets and minced garlic to the pan and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the broccoli is crisp-tender.
- Create the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sriracha, and sesame oil.
- Pour the Sauce and Combine: Pour the sauce into the pan with the vegetables and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer for 1 minute.
- Return the Beef: Add the cooked beef back to the pan and toss to coat it with the sauce.
- Season to Taste: Season the stir-fry with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Serve and Enjoy!
- Divide the cooked jasmine rice among serving plates.
- Top each plate of rice with the sizzling beef and broccoli stir-fry.
- Garnish with sesame seeds or chopped green onions (optional).
Tips:
- To ensure tender beef, slice it thinly against the grain.
- You can adjust the amount of sriracha to your desired level of spiciness.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like carrots, mushrooms, or snow peas.
- Leftovers can be stored