Sizzling Sesame Beef

Name: Sizzling Sesame Beef
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1 lb beef sirloin or rib-eye steak; 1 cup jasmine or short-grain rice; 1 lb broccoli florets; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 green onions, sliced; 4 teaspoons Asian sesame oil; 2 tablespoons lower-sodium soy sauce; 2 teaspoons sugar; 1/4 teaspoon salt; Salt and pepper to taste

Recipe GLPR7e911fde78200d

Asian

Main Course

40 min

428 cal

Servings: 4

Stovetop

SNAP eligible

A vibrant Chinese-inspired dish featuring tender sliced beef cooked until golden and aromatic, glazed with a savory sesame and garlic sauce, then served sizzling over fluffy jasmine rice alongside tender broccoli florets. The aromatic sesame oil and fresh green onions add a finishing touch of flavor and fragrance.

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Ingredients

1 lb beef sirloin or rib-eye steak

1 cup jasmine or short-grain rice

1 lb broccoli florets

4 cloves garlic, minced

2 green onions, sliced

4 teaspoons Asian sesame oil

2 tablespoons lower-sodium soy sauce

2 teaspoons sugar

1/4 teaspoon salt

Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Prepare the jasmine rice according to package directions, using a 1:2 ratio of rice to water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer until tender and liquid is absorbed, about 15-18 minutes. Set aside and keep warm.
While the rice cooks, trim any excess fat from the beef steak and slice it against the grain into 1/4-inch thick strips. Season with salt and pepper.
In a small bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, lower-sodium soy sauce, sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Set the sauce aside.
Heat 2 teaspoons of sesame oil in a large skillet over high heat until just smoking. Working in batches to avoid crowding, sear the beef strips for 2-3 minutes per side until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F and are golden brown. Transfer to a plate.
In the same skillet, add the broccoli florets with 1/4 cup water and a pinch of salt. Cover and steam for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli is tender-crisp and the water has mostly evaporated.
Return the cooked beef to the skillet with the broccoli. Pour in the garlic-soy sauce and the remaining 2 teaspoons of sesame oil. Toss everything together over medium-high heat for 1-2 minutes until the beef and vegetables are well coated and the sauce is fragrant.
Divide the cooked jasmine rice among serving bowls. Top with the sizzling beef and broccoli mixture, then garnish generously with sliced green onions. Serve immediately while still hot and aromatic.

Comments

Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff4.5

This is a straightforward stir-fry with ingredients that stock the shelves of every major Charlotte chain—beef, rice, broccoli, garlic, and green onion are standard Harris Teeter, Food Lion, Kroger, and Walmart finds, though sesame oil may require a quick scan at ALDI or Kroger to avoid paying specialty markup. The true prep time runs closer to 50 minutes once you account for rice cooking and proper mise en place, so budget accordingly on a weeknight. At roughly $3 to $3.50 per serving (depending on beef cut and whether you use pantry staples), it's affordable and fast enough to repeat, and it reheats decently in the microwave or a quick pan-sear, making it friendly to meal prep or next-day lunch. The main caveat is that it demands attention while cooking—constant stirring and timing matter to avoid overcooking the broccoli or leaving beef tough.