Beef & Broccoli Stir-Fry

Ingredients

• 1 lb flank steak, sliced thin against the grain
• 1 tbsp cornstarch plus 1 tsp for the sauce
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tsp toasted sesame oil
• 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 large head broccoli, cut into florets
• 1/2 cup beef stock
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 2 tbsp neutral oil

Instructions

1. 1

   Toss the sliced beef with a tablespoon of cornstarch and a splash of the soy sauce, and let it sit for fifteen minutes so the coating sets.

2. 2

   Whisk the remaining soy sauce, stock, brown sugar, sesame oil, and the last teaspoon of cornstarch together so the sauce is ready before the pan gets hot.

3. 3

   Sear the beef in a screaming-hot skillet in two batches, about ninety seconds per batch, and pull it out while it is still pink in the center.

4. 4

   Add the broccoli with a few tablespoons of water, cover, and steam for three minutes until it turns bright green and barely tender.

5. 5

   Return the beef with the garlic and ginger, pour in the sauce, and toss for one minute until everything is glossy and coated. Serve over rice.