Healthy Air Fryer Beef & Broccoli
Air fryer beef and broccoli is a mix of succulent beef strips with crisp broccoli, all cooked to perfection in an air fryer.
The beef is marinated in a tasty sauce and then cooked alongside the broccoli, resulting in a gorgeous Chinese-inspired blend of flavours that you will enjoy.
Read about the health benefits of broccoli.
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How To Make Air Fryer Beef and Broccoli
Ingredients
Sauce
- 80ml light soy sauce
- 3 tbsp beef stock
- 2 tbsp light brown sugar
- 1 tbsp cornflour
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 tsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp fresh grated ginger
Beef & Broccoli
- 454g beef (stir fry steak or sirloin), thinly sliced
- 340g broccoli florets chop into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 2 tbsp cornflour
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- salt & pepper
- chopped spring onions
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Marinating The Beef
To infuse the beef with flavour, it’s essential to marinate it.
Add the soy sauce, cornflour, minced garlic, and onion powder in a bowl.
Stir the mixture until all the ingredients are well combined.
Add the thinly sliced beef to the marinade, stirring to coat the beef evenly.
Allow the beef to marinate for at least 30 minutes, or for more flavour, refrigerate it for up to 2 hours.
Preparing The Broccoli
While the beef marinates, prepare the broccoli.
Begin by washing the broccoli florets thoroughly under cold running water.
Trim any excess stalks and separate the florets into bite-sized pieces.
Pat them dry using kitchen paper to remove any excess water.
Cooking The Beef And Broccoli
Preheat your air fryer to 190C / 380F for 8 minutes.
Add the broccoli florets to the basket. Season the broccoli with salt and pepper and spray with cooking oil.
Cook for 8 minutes. Shake frequently until the broccoli starts to brown and crisp.
Remove the broccoli from the basket and set aside.
Place the marinated beef into the basket, spread it out in a single layer and don’t overlap.
Spray with cooking oil and cook for 15 minutes, shaking often.
Making The Beef And Broccoli Sauce
Add the brown sugar, ginger, soy sauce, white wine vinegar, beef stock, garlic and cornflour in a bowl. Stir well to combine.
Pour the sauce mix into a pan then add the broccoli and beef.
Over a medium heat stir until the sauce has thickened and coated the beef and broccoli.
Serve and Enjoy
Your Air Fryer Beef & Broccoli is now ready.
For an added touch, you can garnish the dish with sesame seeds or chopped spring onions.
Serve the beef and broccoli over rice or noodles and enjoy!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use frozen broccoli in the air fryer beef and broccoli recipe?
You can but the result may not be the same. Thaw the broccoli and pat dry before adding it to the basket.
What other vegetables can I add to the beef and broccoli dish?
You can experiment by adding other vegetables to the dish. Bell peppers, carrots, snap peas, or mushrooms would add colour, texture, and flavour.
Can I use a different cut of beef for this recipe?
While stir-fried steak and sirloin are commonly used for beef and broccoli dishes, you can substitute them with other cuts of beef, such as ribeye or tenderloin. Be sure to thinly slice the beef for quick and even cooking.
Can I adjust the seasoning to suit my taste preferences?
The provided seasoning quantities are a general guideline, adjust them according to your taste.
Feel free to add more soy sauce for a saltier flavour or increase the amount of garlic and ginger for a bolder taste.
How can I make the beef more tender?
For a more tender beef, consider marinating it for a longer period, up to 24 hours, or opt for cuts like ribeye or tenderloin.
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Air Fryer Beef And Broccoli
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Ingredients
- Sauce
- 80 ml light soy sauce
- 3 tbsp beef stock
- 2 tbsp light brown sugar
- 1 tbsp cornflour
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 tsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp fresh grated ginger
- Beef & Broccoli
- 454g beef (stir fry steak or sirloin), thinly sliced
- 340g broccoli florets chop into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 2 tbsp cornflour
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- Salt & Pepper
- Chopped Spring Onions
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, cornflour, minced garlic, and onion powder.
- Stir the mixture until all the ingredients are well combined.
- Add the thinly sliced beef into the marinade, stirring to coat the beef evenly.
- Allow the beef to marinate for at least 30 minutes, or longer for more flavour, refrigerate it for up to 2 hours.
- Begin by washing the broccoli florets thoroughly under cold running water.
- Trim any excess stalks and separate the florets into bite-sized pieces.
- Pat them dry using kitchen paper to remove any excess water.
- Preheat your air fryer to 190C / 375F for a few minutes.
- Add the broccoli florets to the air fryer basket. Season the broccoli with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences and spray with cooking oil.
- Air fry for 8 minutes and shake frequently until the broccoli starts to brown and crisp.
- Remove the broccoli from the air fryer basket and set aside.
- Place the marinated beef into the air fryer basket, making sure it’s spread out in a single layer and not overlapping.
- Spray with cooking oil and air fryer for 15 minutes, shaking often.
- In a bowl add the brown sugar, ginger, soy sauce, white wine vinegar, beef stock, garlic and cornflour. Stir well to combine.
- In a pan and pour in the sauce mix. Add the broccoli and beef to the pan.
- Over a medium heat stir until the sauce has thickened and coated the beef and broccoli.
Notes
Nutrition values are approximations.