====== Beef and Broccoli Stir-fry ====== PREP TIME: 15 mins | TOTAL TIME: 25 mins | SERVES: 4 ===== Ingredients ===== * 3 tablespoons cornstarch, divided * 1/2 cup water, plus * 2 tablespoons water, divided * 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder * 1 lb boneless round steak or 1 lb charcoal chuck steak, cut into thin 3-inch strips * 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided * 4 cups broccoli florets * 1 small onion, cut into wedges * 1/3 cup reduced sodium soy sauce * 2 tablespoons brown sugar * 1 teaspoon ground ginger * hot cooked rice ===== Directions ===== - In a bowl, combine 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 2 tablespoons water and garlic powder until smooth. - Add beef and toss. - In a large skillet or wok over medium high heat, stir-fry beef in 1 tablespoon oil until beef reaches desired doneness; remove and keep warm. - Stir-fry broccoli and onion in remaining oil for 4-5 minutes. - Return beef to pan. - Combine soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger and remaining cornstarch and water until smooth; add to the pan. - Cook and stir for 2 minutes. - Serve over rice. http://www.geniuskitchen.com/recipe/the-best-easy-beef-and-broccoli-stir-fry-99476