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Instant Pot Beef and Broccoli with Honey Garlic Sauce

A quick and satisfying one-pot meal featuring tender beef, vibrant broccoli, and a sweet-savory honey garlic sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs beef sirloin, sliced thinly Can substitute with flank steak or chicken.
  • 4 cups broccoli florets Feel free to swap with snap peas, bell peppers, or carrots.
  • 1/4 cup honey Adjust sweetness by reducing amount if preferred.
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce Ensure it's Halal-friendly.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Add more for stronger garlic flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch For thickening the sauce.
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Cooked rice, for serving To serve the dish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Turn your Instant Pot to the sauté function. Once hot, add sesame oil.
  2. Season the sliced beef with salt and pepper. Add it to the pot in batches to avoid overcrowding, browning it on all sides (about 3-4 minutes). Once browned, remove the beef and set it aside on a plate.
  3. In the same pot, add minced garlic and ginger. Sauté for about 30 seconds, stirring frequently until fragrant.
Cooking
  1. Pour in the soy sauce, honey, and beef broth, stirring to mix. Add the browned beef back into the pot and secure the lid.
  2. Set the Instant Pot to manual high pressure for 10 minutes. Once the timer goes off, do a quick release to release the steam.
  3. Remove the beef. Mix the cornstarch with a little cold water to create a slurry and add it to the sauce. Press the sauté function again and stir until the sauce thickens.
  4. Add the broccoli florets, stirring well to coat in the sauce. Place the lid back on for a couple of minutes until the broccoli is bright green and tender.
  5. Serve the beef and broccoli over cooked rice, drizzling the extra sauce on top if desired.

Notes

If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. If freezing, it can be stored for up to two months. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave, adding a splash of water if necessary.