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Easy Instant Pot Beef and Broccoli Recipe for Quick Healthy Dinners

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A quick and easy Instant Pot recipe for tender beef and crisp broccoli coated in a savory-sweet sauce, perfect for busy weeknights and healthy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 4 cups broccoli florets, washed and trimmed
  • 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup beef broth or water
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar or honey
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 3 tablespoons cold water
  • Optional garnish: toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions

Instructions

  1. Slice 1 pound of flank steak thinly against the grain, about 1/4-inch thick. Wash and trim 4 cups of broccoli florets. Pat the beef dry with paper towels.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce, 1/4 cup beef broth, 2 tablespoons brown sugar or honey, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger. Set aside.
  3. Set Instant Pot to ‘Sauté’ mode and add a drizzle of vegetable oil. When hot, add beef slices in a single layer (in batches if needed). Cook about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned but not fully cooked. Remove beef and set aside.
  4. Pour a splash of beef broth or water into the pot and scrape up browned bits to deglaze the pot.
  5. Return beef to the pot and pour sauce evenly over it. Secure lid and set Instant Pot to ‘Pressure Cook’ or ‘Manual’ on high for 5 minutes. Quick release pressure when done.
  6. Open lid carefully. Layer broccoli florets on top of beef and sauce without stirring. Secure lid again and set to ‘Steam’ on high pressure for 0 minutes. Quick release immediately.
  7. Remove lid and stir gently. Mix 2 tablespoons cornstarch with 3 tablespoons cold water to make slurry. Stir slurry into pot and switch to ‘Sauté’ mode. Cook 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats beef and broccoli.
  8. Turn off Instant Pot. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions if using. Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.

Notes

Slice beef thinly against the grain for tenderness. Do not skip sauté step to develop flavor and prevent burn errors. Use zero-minute steam method to keep broccoli crisp-tender. Adjust pressure cooking time if beef is tougher. Use tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free option. Add red pepper flakes or sriracha for heat. Leftovers keep 3-4 days refrigerated; reheat gently with added liquid to restore sauce consistency.

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