Beef & Broccoli
This week’s recipe is a light, high-protein Beef & Broccoli bowl made with just 3 main ingredients, designed for easy home cooking and balanced nutrition. It’s a straightforward, satisfying meal that comes together quickly, supports steady energy throughout the day, and fits easily into a healthy lifestyle whether you’re cooking for yourself or the whole family.
Serve it over warm rice for a classic, comforting bowl, or choose cauliflower rice if you want a lighter, low carb option that still feels filling and satisfying without sacrificing flavor.
Let’s dig in!
Total time: 20 Minutes | Prep Time: 10 Minutes | Cook Time: 10 Minutes
Servings: 4
Beef & Broccoli with optional onions
1 lb Beef Steak
1 head Broccoli, cut into florets
1 1/2 Cups Soyaki Sauce
1 Onion (optional)
Marinate the beef: Add the shaved beef to a bowl and pour in about 1 cup of Soyaki sauce. Mix well so every piece is coated. Let it marinate for at least 15-30 minutes (or up to a few hours in the fridge for deeper flavor).
Prep the vegetables: While the beef is marinating, wash and cut the broccoli into bite sized florets. Slice any thicker stems so they cook evenly. If using onion, largely dice it into thick cubes.
Cook the vegetables: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add a small splash of water or a light drizzle of oil. Add the broccoli and onion (if using). Cover and cook for 4–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli is bright green and just tender and the onion is soft and slightly sweet.
Cook the beef: Push the broccoli and onion (if used) to the side of the pan or remove it briefly. Add the marinated beef and cook for 2–4 minutes, stirring often, until browned and fully cooked.
Combine & glaze: Return the broccoli and onion (if used) to the pan (if removed) and pour in the remaining ½ Cup Soyaki marinade. Stir everything together and simmer for 1–2 minutes until the sauce lightly thickens and coats everything evenly.
Serve: Serve hot over rice for a classic bowl, or over cauliflower rice for a lighter, lower-carb option.
315 Calories | 24 g Protein | 14-18 g Carbs | 9-13 Fat | 2-4 g Fiber
Tatum’s Recipe Hacks:
✨ To boost the nutrition of your beef and broccoli, toss in extra vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, snap peas, or mushrooms. This adds more fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants while making the meal more filling without needing much extra sauce or rice. Using lean flank steak or sirloin can also increase protein while keeping the dish lighter and balanced, making it a great option for a satisfying high-protein meal.
❓ 🥦 Broccoli is actually a human-made vegetable! It was developed over 2,000 years ago by selectively breeding wild cabbage plants in the Mediterranean region. Beef and broccoli may feel like a classic Chinese dish, but the version popular in the U.S. was largely inspired by Chinese-American cooking traditions that adapted recipes to local ingredients and tastes.
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