Description
A quick and flavorful Air Fryer Beef and Broccoli recipe featuring tender marinated flank steak and crisp broccoli florets cooked to perfection in the air fryer. Served with a savory, slightly spicy sauce and garnished with sesame seeds and green onions, this dish offers a healthy, no-fuss alternative to takeout classics with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
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Marinade & Sauce
- â…“ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup water
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon sriracha (optional)
- ½ teaspoon cornstarch
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound flank steak, thinly sliced
- 1 pound broccoli florets
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
To Serve & Garnish
- Cooked rice
- Sesame seeds
- Sliced green onion
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: In a small mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, water, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sriracha if using. Stir well to blend all the flavors together.
- Marinate the steak: Place the thinly sliced flank steak in a shallow bowl. Pour half of the prepared sauce over the steak, reserving the remaining half for later use. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to penetrate the meat.
- Cook the steak: Transfer the marinated steak into the air fryer basket in an even layer. Set the air fryer to 375°F and cook for 8 minutes, allowing the steak to brown and cook through.
- Add and cook broccoli: Toss the broccoli florets with olive oil to coat evenly. Add the broccoli on top of the partially cooked steak in the air fryer basket. Continue cooking at 375°F for an additional 4 minutes, until the broccoli is tender-crisp.
- Thicken the sauce: Mix the reserved sauce with cornstarch until fully dissolved. Microwave the sauce for 1 minute, then whisk to combine. Microwave for another minute until the sauce thickens and is able to coat the back of a spoon. Adjust thickness by adding water if too thick, or microwave longer if too thin.
- Serve and garnish: Pour the thickened sauce over the cooked beef and broccoli. Serve hot over cooked rice, garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions for added flavor and presentation.
Notes
- For more heat, increase the amount of sriracha or add chili flakes to the marinade.
- Be sure to slice the flank steak thinly across the grain for the most tender results.
- If you don’t have an air fryer, you can also cook the steak and broccoli in a hot skillet, though cooking times may vary.
- Using a microwave to thicken the sauce is a quick shortcut; alternatively, thicken it on the stovetop over medium heat.
- Leftover sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and used as a stir-fry sauce for other dishes.
