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Delicious Chinese Beef and Broccoli stir-fry with tender beef and vibrant broccoli

Beef and Broccoli

A quick and easy weeknight dinner featuring tender beef and vibrant broccoli coated in a flavorful sauce, reminiscent of your favorite takeout.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb Beef, sliced thin Use flank steak, sirloin, or skirt steak for best results.
  • 4-5 cups Broccoli florets Steamed until bright green.
  • 3-4 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp Fresh ginger, minced Optional but enhances flavor.
  • 2 tbsp Neutral oil for cooking Such as avocado, canola, or vegetable oil.
  • 1 splash Sesame oil Added at the end for flavor.
Sauce Ingredients
  • 1/3 cup Soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp Oyster sauce Optional but recommended.
  • 1-2 tbsp Brown sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup Beef broth or water Used to mix with cornstarch.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice beef thinly against the grain. If needed, freeze for 15 minutes to make slicing easier.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the sauce ingredients: soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, and beef broth or water.
Cooking
  1. Heat a large skillet or wok until hot, then add the neutral oil.
  2. Sear the beef in a single layer, cooking in batches if necessary, and remove to a plate once browned.
  3. Add a bit more oil to the pan, then sauté the garlic and ginger for about 20 seconds.
  4. Add the broccoli and a splash of water, then cover for 2 to 3 minutes to steam until bright green.
  5. Return the beef to the pan, pour in the sauce, and stir until it thickens and coats everything.

Notes

Serve over jasmine rice or noodles. For added flavor, finish with a small splash of sesame oil.