Name: Instant Pot Beef and Broccoli
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: ¾ cup low sodium beef broth; ¼ cup low sodium gluten free soy sauce; 3 tablespoons light brown sugar, (or ½ teaspoon liquid stevia); 1 tablespoon sesame seed oil; 1 teaspoon sriracha sauce; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 medium yellow onion, (diced); 4 cloves garlic, (minced); 1 teaspoon minced ginger; 1¼ pounds flank steak, (sliced into 1/4-inch strips); fresh ground pepper, (to taste); 1 pound broccoli florets, (cut into bite-size pieces); 2 tablespoons water; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; sesame seeds, (for garnish); sliced scallions, (for garnish); red pepper flakes, (for garnish, optional)

This easy Instant Pot Beef and Broccoli recipe will have you licking your plate clean! Loaded with tender beef strips and fresh broccoli, this Chinese takeout favorite can be made in 20 minutes and right in your Instant Pot!

Instant Pot Beef and Broccoli served over rice.

Easy Instant Pot Beef and Broccoli Recipe

Delicious flank steak with crisp broccoli, all cooked in the most amazing stir fry sauce, prepared with garlic, ginger, beef broth, and soy sauce. With one taste of my homemade Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry, you’ll forget about returning to P.F. Chang’s any time soon! This super easy Instant Pot version is incredibly flavorful and quick! Serve in a lettuce cup for a low-carb version, or serve it over rice for a more authentic feel.

Why We Love This Instant Pot Recipe

Convenient: You most likely have almost all ingredients on hand.
Quick: To speed up the process, you can buy pre-sliced beef and broccoli florets.
Customizable: You can adjust the recipe based on what you have: No beef? No problem! Use chicken or tofu. Can’t find a box of rice? Use noodles. Or nothing at all and serve it as is.

What Cut Of Beef To Use for Stir Fry Recipes

Flank Steak, Sirloin, Ribeye, and most tender beef cuts can be cut into strips for use in stir-fry recipes. To properly slice the steak, you want to cut against the grain or against the lines that you see on top of the meat, and not alongside the lines.

How To Make Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry in the Instant Pot

Beef and Broccoli stir fry made in the Instant Pot.

In a mixing bowl, whisk soy sauce, sriracha, beef broth, sesame seed oil, and a sweetener.
Set the Instant Pot to sauté. Heat up some vegetable oil and add in diced onion; then stir in garlic and fresh ginger.
Add the steak strips and cook for about 30 seconds per side to brown.
Pour previously prepared stir fry sauce into the Instant Pot; lock the lid, set it to HIGH PRESSURE, and cook for 12 minutes. Then, do a quick pressure release.
Remove the lid and add the broccoli florets; lock the lid and set the Instant Pot to the “KEEP WARM” setting. Let broccoli steam for 2 to 3 minutes, or until desired tenderness. Cooking time will depend on the size of the florets, but I suggest to cut them up small so they cook faster. You can also just steam the broccoli in the microwave or on the stovetop while the beef is cooking in the Instant Pot.
In a small mixing cup or bowl whisk together cornstarch and water to make a slurry; remove lid and pour slurry into the liquid inside the Instant Pot. Stir around until well combined and continue to stir until sauce thickens.
Remove food from the IP; garnish with sesame seeds, red pepper flakes, and scallions; serve.

Recipe Tips

Use a sharp knife – you won’t believe the difference it makes in the kitchen during prep time. It eliminates the struggle with cutting through meat and when dicing vegetables.
Cut the broccoli into smaller florets so they steam faster.
For a lighter take, use low-sodium soy sauce and low-sodium beef broth.

Instant Pot Broccoli Beef Stir Fry in a bowl.

How To Store Leftovers

Store leftovers in an airtight container and keep in the fridge 3 to 4 days.
Reheat over medium-heat on the stovetop. You can also reheat it in the microwave.

Instant Pot Beef and Broccoli Recipe