Air Fryer Beef And Broccoli

Ready in about 27 minutes.

Updated 7 September 2026

A classic beef and broccoli comes together fast in the air fryer, with tender-crisp florets and savoury strips of beef in a glossy garlic sauce. It is a lighter, quicker take on the takeaway staple with barely any washing up.

Ingredients

  • 450 g flank steak, thinly sliced
  • 350 g broccoli florets
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp cornflour
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp brown sugar

Method

  1. 1Toss the beef with soy sauce, cornflour and garlic and set aside for 10 minutes.
  2. 2Preheat the air fryer to 200°C (400°F) for 3 minutes.
  3. 3Add the broccoli tossed in a little sesame oil and cook for 5 minutes.
  4. 4Add the beef and cook a further 5-9 minutes, tossing halfway, until the beef reaches 71°C (160°F).
  5. 5Whisk the oyster sauce and sugar with a splash of water and toss through the hot mixture.
  6. 6Serve immediately over steamed rice.

Tips for the best results

  • Cut the broccoli into even, bite-sized florets so they cook at the same rate.
  • Giving the broccoli a head start keeps it tender-crisp rather than raw in the middle.

Frequently Asked Questions

What temperature and time for air fryer beef and broccoli?+

Cook at 200°C / 400°F for 10-14 min, toss halfway.

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