Elaine, I’m afraid oyster sauce is pretty hard to swap—its flavor is unique. Coconut aminos can be used for soy sauce but not oyster sauce. If you like, you can search for some options online, but oyster sauce is the only one I tested for this recipe.
I made this recipe for the first time tonight and the fiance said it should be put on the “make again” list! I followed the recipe to a T and have no complaints or suggestions to make it better! I used my instant pot to make brown rice first (2 cups of dry rice, 3.5 cups of water, 24 mins on high pressure, fluff with a fork) then washed it out to make the beef. Dee-licious!
My husband was admittedly skeptical when I told him we were having beef and broccoli for dinner. And then he took a bite and made a face that said “What IS THIS?!?”
Definitely a keeper in our family cookbook. Thanks for sharing!
I am making this tonight and realized I do not have beef broth and just threw away my better-than when cleaning out my spice drawer. Will chicken broth work?
Hi Shan, I think that would be OK. It won’t have as deep or savory of a flavor because the flavor of beef broth is more intense, but your’e welcome to use it if you like. I hope you enjoy!
I’ve tried many recipes from your blog including this one. Every single one has a depth of flavor that I don’t consistently find from other sources. Your recipes are fabulous!! I appreciate that you’ve posted many fairly easy recipes as I have little ones who don’t leave me with a lot of extra prep time. Thank you!!!
This is one of my FAVORITE instant pot recipes I have tried! I have made this five or six times now. I usually just cook white rice using Pot-in-Pot method right with the beef and it works like a charm!! I usually double up on the garlic and add onion powder and parsley to the sauce mixture as well.
I have found cooking the broccoli (I use a bag of frozen broccoli heads) at all, even partially, prior to adding to the end mixture leaves it pretty soggy. So, I pull the bag from the freezer when I start cooking and leave it on the counter to thaw slightly while the IP cooks. Then I add it at the end after I’ve thickened the sauce up and let the whole thing simmer for a few minutes until the broccoli is warmed. It’s perfect that way!
Hi M Bell! While I’ve never tried this recipe without the oyster sauce, another reader used water with success. If you decide to experiment, I’d love to hear how it goes!
Hi Deann! I have not tested the recipe this way before, but you could experiment with it. I’d recommend checking out my Instant Pot Chicken post to figure out how long to cook the chicken for. I hope this helps!
Made this recipe twice and both times were great. The fam enjoyed it! The first time I used quinoa on the side instead of rice, but the second time I put it in the recipe. Quinoa inside the recipe probably needed more liquid, but it was still delicious! It is definitely in my favorites list.
This was my first time trying A Well Plated recipe. I made this for my family a few days ago and it was a huge hit! I don’t even like beef and I enjoyed this meal. It was a simple and quick recipe to follow. I will be trying more recipes soon!
AHHH! This is my go-to takeout orders!
What can I substitute for the oyster sauce? Coconut aminos?
Thanks in advance…
Elaine
Elaine, I’m afraid oyster sauce is pretty hard to swap—its flavor is unique. Coconut aminos can be used for soy sauce but not oyster sauce. If you like, you can search for some options online, but oyster sauce is the only one I tested for this recipe.
I substituted water for the oyster sauce and it turned out fine!
Thanks for reporting back, Julie!
I made this recipe for the first time tonight and the fiance said it should be put on the “make again” list! I followed the recipe to a T and have no complaints or suggestions to make it better! I used my instant pot to make brown rice first (2 cups of dry rice, 3.5 cups of water, 24 mins on high pressure, fluff with a fork) then washed it out to make the beef. Dee-licious!
Ann, I am so pleased to hear this. THANK YOU for sharing this lovely review!
My husband was admittedly skeptical when I told him we were having beef and broccoli for dinner. And then he took a bite and made a face that said “What IS THIS?!?”
Definitely a keeper in our family cookbook. Thanks for sharing!
Hooray! Thanks for reporting back, Allison! I’m glad it was a keeper.
I am making this tonight and realized I do not have beef broth and just threw away my better-than when cleaning out my spice drawer. Will chicken broth work?
Hi Shan, I think that would be OK. It won’t have as deep or savory of a flavor because the flavor of beef broth is more intense, but your’e welcome to use it if you like. I hope you enjoy!
How many servings does this yeild? I’m trying to gage this recipe for my program.
Hi Aniessa, I estimate 3 to 4 servings from this recipe. I hope you enjoy!
I made this according exactly to the instructions. It’s so good!
I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Zamantha!
I’ve tried many recipes from your blog including this one. Every single one has a depth of flavor that I don’t consistently find from other sources. Your recipes are fabulous!! I appreciate that you’ve posted many fairly easy recipes as I have little ones who don’t leave me with a lot of extra prep time. Thank you!!!
Katie, thank you so much for this kind comment—it makes my day! I’m so happy to hear the recipes are winners for you.
My picky eater toddler says, “This has a sauce. It’s a good sauce. Pretty delicious.”
I’m glad to hear it’s toddler approved! Thanks for taking the time to share this review, Amanda!
This is one of my FAVORITE instant pot recipes I have tried! I have made this five or six times now. I usually just cook white rice using Pot-in-Pot method right with the beef and it works like a charm!! I usually double up on the garlic and add onion powder and parsley to the sauce mixture as well.
I have found cooking the broccoli (I use a bag of frozen broccoli heads) at all, even partially, prior to adding to the end mixture leaves it pretty soggy. So, I pull the bag from the freezer when I start cooking and leave it on the counter to thaw slightly while the IP cooks. Then I add it at the end after I’ve thickened the sauce up and let the whole thing simmer for a few minutes until the broccoli is warmed. It’s perfect that way!
Sierra, I am so pleased to know that this recipe is a keeper for you. Thank you for sharing your tips too!
I would love to try these recipes.
just made this…. YUMMMMMMMMMMMMM. This is my second one of your recipes to try, can’t wait to make more <3
YAY! Thank you for this kind comment, Jody! I’m so happy you loved the recipe!
Amazing! So so so good and so so so easy! Thank you!
Thank you for sharing this kind review, Jessie! I’m so happy the recipe was a hit!
My family LOVED. I left out the garlic because I’m sensitive to it snd it was still wonderful!
I’m so happy you enjoyed this, Erin! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
I would love to try this but I can’t have oyster sauce(allergy) so what would be a good substitute. Thank you for your time. Love your site.
Hi M Bell! While I’ve never tried this recipe without the oyster sauce, another reader used water with success. If you decide to experiment, I’d love to hear how it goes!
Have you ever used this sauce but used chicken instead of beef?
Hi Deann! I have not tested the recipe this way before, but you could experiment with it. I’d recommend checking out my Instant Pot Chicken post to figure out how long to cook the chicken for. I hope this helps!
This recipe is a winner!
It’s flavor umami packed!
Everytime i’ll be craving for beef broccoli, I would be following this from now on.
Thanks for this
YAY, I am so pleased to hear it Arlo! Thanks for sharing this lovely review!
Made this recipe twice and both times were great. The fam enjoyed it! The first time I used quinoa on the side instead of rice, but the second time I put it in the recipe. Quinoa inside the recipe probably needed more liquid, but it was still delicious! It is definitely in my favorites list.
I am so so happy to hear that Kim! Thank you for sharing!
My 11 year old son liked this.. HE LIKED VEGETABLES. I feel like I have won the food Olympics.. if chubby moms could win such a thing.
I’m so happy that the recipe was a hit, Rachael! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
This was my first time trying A Well Plated recipe. I made this for my family a few days ago and it was a huge hit! I don’t even like beef and I enjoyed this meal. It was a simple and quick recipe to follow. I will be trying more recipes soon!
I’m SO happy that you enjoyed it, Bri! Thank you for sharing this kind review!