Gochujang Beef & Broccoli Dinner
A quick and flavorful Korean-inspired dish featuring tender beef coated in a spicy-sweet gochujang glaze, perfectly balanced with healthy steamed broccoli. This seven-minute supper is a delightful fusion of taste and convenience, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 1 lb beef sirloin thinly sliced against the grain
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp sesame oil divided
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated
- 1/4 cup gochujang
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1/4 cup water or beef broth
- 1 tsp sesame seeds for garnish
- 2 tbsp green onions sliced
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together gochujang, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and water (or beef broth) to create the glaze. Set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the thinly sliced beef and cook for 2-3 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove beef from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of sesame oil to the skillet. Add the broccoli florets and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Return the cooked beef to the skillet with the broccoli. Pour the prepared gochujang glaze over the beef and broccoli. Toss everything together for 1-2 minutes until the sauce has thickened slightly and coated all ingredients.
- Remove from heat. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve hot, optionally with steamed rice.
Notes
Serve immediately with white rice or noodles for a complete meal. Adjust gochujang amount for desired spice level. You can substitute beef with chicken or tofu for variations, adjusting cook time as needed.