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Easy Instant Pot Beef and Broccoli Recipe Perfect for Quick Dinners

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A quick and fuss-free Instant Pot recipe that delivers tender beef and crisp-tender broccoli coated in a savory, slightly sweet sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights when you want a satisfying home-cooked meal in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 4 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) beef broth or water
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar or honey
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp cold water
  • 1 tbsp vegetable or canola oil
  • Optional garnish: sesame seeds and sliced green onions

Instructions

  1. Thinly slice 1 lb (450 g) of flank steak against the grain into strips about 1/4 inch thick.
  2. Cut 4 cups of fresh broccoli into bite-sized florets. Rinse well and set aside. If using frozen, measure and keep aside.
  3. In a bowl, combine 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup beef broth, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp grated ginger. Stir until sugar dissolves.
  4. Set the Instant Pot to ‘Sauté’ mode and heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil. Add the sliced beef and cook for 2-3 minutes until it starts to brown but is not fully cooked. Remove beef and set aside.
  5. With the pot still on ‘Sauté,’ add a little more oil if needed and sauté the minced garlic and ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Pour the sauce mixture into the pot, scraping up any browned bits. Return the beef strips to the pot and stir to coat with sauce.
  7. Seal the lid and set the Instant Pot to ‘Manual’ or ‘Pressure Cook’ on high for 8 minutes. Ensure the valve is set to sealing.
  8. When the timer beeps, carefully perform a quick release by turning the valve to venting. Open the lid once pressure is fully released.
  9. Stir in the broccoli florets. Mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp cold water and add to the pot. Turn on ‘Sauté’ mode and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until sauce thickens and broccoli is tender-crisp.
  10. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.

Notes

Slice beef thinly against the grain for tenderness. Do not pressure cook broccoli to avoid sogginess; add it after pressure cooking. Mix cornstarch with cold water before adding to avoid lumps. If beef is tough, slice thinner or marinate briefly in soy sauce and cornstarch. Adjust sauce thickness by adding beef broth if needed.

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