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20-Minute Beef Broccoli and Bell Pepper Stir Fry

20 minutes
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By: Pamela Reed
Posted:6/1/22
Updated:1/7/25
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Tonight’s dinner just got an upgrade with this 20-minute beef and broccoli stir fry with bell peppers! Tender strips of steak, crisp broccoli florets, and a rich savory beef broth-soy sauce come together to make a restaurant-style meal at home. Ready within 20 minutes — serve it up with rice or noodles and dig in!

closeup of beef and broccoli dish.

Quick Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry (Weeknight Hero!)

If you’re craving a quick and tasty meal that’s easy to make, this beef, broccoli and pepper stir fry is perfect. It combines tender beef, crisp broccoli, and colorful veggies like bell pepper and carrots, all tossed in a simple, flavorful sauce made with beef broth and soy sauce. The addition of carrots in this beef broccoli and carrot stir fry variation brings even more flavor, color and crunch to the dish.

Ready in no time, this dish is great for busy nights when you want something hearty without the hassle. Hope you enjoy this easy beef and broccoli recipe— I hope it becomes a staple in your weeknight dinner rotation! Need more broccoli meal ideas? Try my chinese chicken and broccoli stir-fry and veggie lo mein with broccoli and cabbage next!

Beef and broccoli stir fry ingredients:

  • beef sirloin, cut into 2-inch strips
  • fresh vegetables: broccoli florets, red bell peppers, julienned/sliced thin carrots and minced garlic
  • for the sauce: beef broth and soy sauce  (I recommend low sodium)
  • kitchen basics: olive oil, salt and pepper, sesame seeds (optional)
ingredients that you need to make beef and broccoli on table.

How to Make Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add slices of beef, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and cook until browned on both sides, about 5 minutes. Make sure your beef slices are relatively similar in size to ensure they cook evenly.

browned beef slices in frying pan.

In the same pan as the beef mixture, add broccoli, pepper, carrots, garlic, and beef broth. Continue cooking until vegetables are gently softened. This will take about 2 or 3 minutes.

Note: Chop your broccoli florets into smaller pieces so they cook through and turn tender. If they’re too large, they might stay crunchy. The same goes for any other veggies you add to the stir-fry.

peppers and broccoli in skillet.

Mix soy sauce to the pan, stir, and cook for a few more minutes or until vegetables are nice and tender.

Serve and enjoy your broccoli beef stir fry. Optional: Sprinkle sesame seeds on top of each serving for added crunch!

bowl of beef and broccoli on top of rice with chopsticks.

How to Store Leftovers

To store leftovers, place them in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. When you’re ready to eat, reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until heated through. For best results, add a splash of water or broth when reheating to keep the dish from drying out.

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This easy beef and broccoli stir-fry makes a perfect dish you can whip up in less than 30 minutes. We love serving it on top of rice or lo mein noodles.
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5 from 4 reviews

20-Minute Beef Broccoli and Bell Pepper Stir Fry

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Tonight’s dinner just got an upgrade with this 20-minute beef and broccoli stir fry with bell peppers! Tender strips of steak, crisp broccoli florets, and a rich savory beef broth-soy sauce come together to make a restaurant-style meal at home. Ready within 20 minutes — serve it up with rice or noodles and dig in!
By: Pamela Reed
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes
Total Time 20 minutes minutes
serves 4

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound beef sirloin cut into 2-inch strips
  • salt and pepper to season
  • 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced thin
  • 2 carrots julienned / sliced thin
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ cup beef broth
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds optional

Instructions

  • In a large pan over medium high heat add olive oil. Once heated, add in beef, sprinkle with salt and pepper and cook until browned on both sides, about 5 minutes.
  • In the same pan, add broccoli, pepper, carrots, garlic and beef broth. Continue cooking until vegetables are gently softened, about 3 minutes.
  • Add soy sauce to the pan, stir and cook for 3 more minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  • Serve in bowls on top of white rice or lo mein noodles. Optional: Sprinkle sesame seeds on top of each serving.

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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: Beef and broccoli stir fry
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