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Close-up of tender slices of Chinese Beef And Broccoli coated in a rich, dark sauce, served in a white bowl.

Simple Chinese Beef and Broccoli

  • Author: ferecipe.com
  • Total Time: 30 min
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

A quick recipe for tender beef strips and crisp broccoli in a savory brown sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 1 large head of broccoli, cut into florets
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (for marinade)
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch (for marinade)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (for sauce)
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for slurry)
  • 2 tablespoons cold water (for slurry)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine the sliced beef with 2 tablespoons soy sauce and 1 teaspoon cornstarch. Mix well and let it marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Blanch the broccoli florets in boiling water for 2 minutes. Immediately transfer them to an ice bath to stop cooking. Drain well.
  3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated beef and stir-fry until browned, about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove the beef from the wok and set aside.
  4. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the same wok. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the beef broth, 1/4 cup soy sauce, oyster sauce, and brown sugar. Pour this mixture into the wok. Bring to a simmer.
  6. In a separate small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water to create a slurry. Pour the slurry into the simmering sauce, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.
  7. Return the cooked beef and the blanched broccoli to the wok. Toss everything together until the beef and broccoli are coated with the sauce.
  8. Stir in the sesame oil just before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, you can marinate the beef for up to 30 minutes.
  • If you prefer softer broccoli, steam it slightly longer before the ice bath.
  • Serve this dish over steamed white or brown rice.
  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 15 min
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stir-Frying
  • Cuisine: Chinese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 8
  • Sodium: 750
  • Fat: 15
  • Saturated Fat: 4
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 18
  • Fiber: 3
  • Protein: 38
  • Cholesterol: 90

Keywords: beef and broccoli, Chinese beef, stir fry, quick dinner, Asian beef

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