Chinese Beef and Broccoli

Recipe Details

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 15

Total Time: 30

Servings:

Calories: 291kcal

Cost: $12

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Chinese

Keyword: beef stir-fry, broccoli stir-fry, Chinese beef, easy stir-fry

Ingredients

Meat and Marinade

1 lb flank steak or skirt steak, or other tender cut, such as sirloin
1 tablespoon soy sauce for marinating
1 tablespoon peanut oil or vegetable oil
1 tablespoon cornstarch for marinating
½ teaspoon baking soda optional, for tougher cuts of beef

Sauce

½ cup chicken stock or beef stock, for richer flavor
2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine or dry sherry, for a gluten-free option
2 tablespoons soy sauce for sauce
1 teaspoon dark soy sauce adds rich color and depth
2 teaspoons brown sugar or white sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch to thicken sauce

Stir-fry

1 head broccoli cut into bite-size florets
1 tablespoon peanut oil or vegetable oil, for stir-frying
3 garlic cloves minced
2 teaspoons fresh ginger minced

Directions

Slice the beef against the grain into 0.5 cm (¼ inch) thick slices or 1-cm (½ inch) sticks. Transfer to a small bowl. Add soy sauce, peanut oil, and cornstarch. Mix gently by hand until beef is evenly coated. Marinate for 10 minutes while preparing the other ingredients.
In a medium-sized bowl, combine all ingredients for the sauce: chicken stock, Shaoxing wine, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, brown sugar, and cornstarch. Stir until the cornstarch is fully dissolved.
Heat ¼ cup water in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until boiling. Add the broccoli and cover to steam for about 1 minute, until just tender. Transfer the broccoli to a plate. Wipe the pan with a paper towel to remove any excess water.
Add 1 tablespoon oil to the skillet. Heat over medium-high heat until hot. Add the marinated beef in a single layer. Allow it to cook without stirring for 30 seconds to sear the bottom. Flip the beef and cook for an additional 20 seconds, or until browned. Stir and cook for another 1–2 minutes until the beef is lightly charred but still pink inside.
Add the minced garlic and ginger to the skillet. Stir for a few seconds to release their fragrance and flavor.
Return the broccoli to the skillet and stir to combine. Stir the sauce again to ensure the cornstarch is fully dissolved, then pour it into the skillet. Stir continuously for about 1 minute, or until the sauce thickens.
Transfer everything to a plate immediately. Serve hot as a main dish, preferably over steamed rice.

Notes

A perfect weeknight dinner option that can be customized with gluten-free ingredients and served over hot rice for an authentic touch. This meal is full of savory flavors, with a beautiful balance of tender beef and crisp broccoli in a rich sauce.

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