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Homemade teriyaki beef and broccoli stir fry is perfect for busy weeknights.
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Easy Beef Teriyaki Stir Fry With Crispy Vegetables

Whip up Easy Beef Teriyaki Stir Fry on any busy weeknight. It's a fast, one-pan dinner made with either steak or ground beef, fresh vegetables, and a rich teriyaki sauce!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Dinner, Main Beef, Main Course, main dish
Cuisine: American-Asian, Asian, Chinese, Japanese
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 541kcal
Author: Marisa Franca @ All Our Way

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 2 red bell peppers sliced
  • 1 onion sliced
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil divided
  • 1 - 1 ½ pounds steak May substitute 1 ½ pounds lean ground beef
  • ¾ cup teriyaki sauce
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons green onions
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Instructions

  • Wash and cut the vegetables. Cut the beef into thin slices. See note 1 for tips.
  • See note 2 about using ground beef in place of the steak. You would cook the ground beef first, then set it aside.
  • To a skillet over medium heat, add the broccoli, peppers, onions, and 1 tablespoon of avocado oil.
  • Stir for 7–10 minutes.
  • Transfer the vegetables to a platter.
  • Add the steak and 1 tablespoon of avocado oil to the skillet.
  • Cook for 3-5 minutes or until just barely pink.
  • Transfer the vegetables and teriyaki sauce to the skillet.
  • Make a slurry with the water and cornstarch by mixing together. Add the slurry to the skillet.
  • Toss until the vegetables are heated through and the sauce begins to thicken.
  • Top with sesame seeds and green onions.

Notes

NOTE 1: For best results, partially freeze the steak for 20–30 minutes before slicing. This helps achieve thin, even slices that cook quickly and stay tender.
NOTE 2: You will start with this method when preparing the stir-fry:

Use:

  • 1 to 1½ pounds lean ground beef

Method:

  1. Brown the ground beef first.
  2. Drain excess grease if needed.
  3. Remove from skillet.
  4. Stir-fry vegetables.
  5. Add beef back in with teriyaki sauce.
  6. Add slurry and simmer.

Extra tip:

Add:
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
Ground beef benefits from a little extra flavor punch since it lacks the richness of steak strips.
You can also replace the beef with chicken or shrimp.
You can serve the stir-fry with rice, noodles, or cauliflower rice.
This recipe can be doubled, or you can even just add more vegetables.

Nutrition

Calories: 541kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Cholesterol: 104mg | Sodium: 2191mg | Potassium: 1048mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 2486IU | Vitamin C: 160mg | Calcium: 101mg | Iron: 5mg