Panda Express Beef and Broccoli 30 Minute Recipe
Tender strips of steak with fresh, crunchy broccoli, all tossed in a simple soy sauce and honey glaze. The garlic and ginger add a light kick, while sesame oil brings a warm, nutty flavor to the dish. Served over a bed of rice, topped with extra green onions and sesame seeds—it’s a straightforward, flavorful meal you can easily make at home in just 30 minutes!
Ingredients
- 2 Pounds Steak
- 1 Cup Rice
- 1 Bag Broccoli Florets 12 ounces
- 1/2 Cup Green Onions chopped
- 1/2 Cup Soy Sauce or Tamari
- 4 Cloves Garlic minced
- 1/4 Cup Honey
- 3 Tablespoons Sesame Oil
- 1 Tablespoon Ginger freshly grated
- 1 Teaspoon Salt & Pepper
Instructions
- Start by rinsing the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a medium pot, add 1 cup of rice and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for about 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
- In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of sesame oil over low heat. Add the broccoli florets and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli is bright green and just tender. You can add a splash of water if the broccoli needs a little steam to soften up without browning.
- Slice the steak into thin strips, about ¼ inch thick, for quick and even cooking. Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steak, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until browned. Remove the steak and set it aside.
- Add the cooked steak back into the skillet with the broccoli. Stir to combine and let the flavors mingle.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce or tamari, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the steak and broccoli in the skillet. Stir everything together and let it cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to slightly thicken and coat the steak and broccoli evenly.
- Spoon the fluffy rice into bowls and top with generous portions of the broccoli beef. Sprinkle with green onions for an extra pop of flavor and color, and enjoy!