A quick, nutritious stir-fry featuring tender beef slices and crisp broccoli in a light savory sauce, ready in under 30 minutes.

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8 oz flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced

4 cups broccoli florets

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated

3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce

1 tbsp cornstarch

1/2 cup low-sodium beef broth

1 tsp sesame oil

1 tsp rice vinegar

Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

1 tbsp vegetable oil

1. In a bowl, toss beef slices with cornstarch and 1 tbsp soy sauce; set aside.

2. Bring a pot of water to boil, blanch broccoli for 1–2 minutes until bright green; drain and set aside.

3. Heat vegetable oil in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat.

4. Stir-fry beef in batches until browned, about 2–3 minutes; remove and set aside.

5. Add garlic and ginger to the pan; stir 30 seconds until fragrant.

6. Return beef to pan along with broccoli.

7. Whisk remaining soy sauce, beef broth, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes; pour over beef and broccoli.

8. Cook, stirring, until sauce thickens, about 2 minutes.

9. Drizzle sesame oil, toss to coat, and serve immediately.