Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

serves 4 ( 6 points + )

• 1lb. sirloin steak, sliced thinly against the grain
• 2-½ T. cornstarch, divided
• 2 tsp. canola oil
• 1 c. fat-free beef broth
• 3 c. broccoli florets
• 2 tsp. crushed ginger
• 2 tsp. crushed garlic
• ¼ tsp. red pepper flakes
• ¼ c. low-sodium soy sauce
• ½ c. water

Place beef in a bowl with 2 T. cornstarch. Toss to coat and let stand for 10 minutes.

Heat oil in a wok or nonstick skillet. Cook beef until no longer pink. Remove from pan.

Add broccoli to the pan and cook until crisp tender. Add ginger and garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

Meanwhile, whisk together broth, water, soy sauce and ½ T. cornstarch. 

Return beef to pan along with the soy sauce mixture. Cook until heated through and thickened. Sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes.

Serve with rice if desired ( optional)