Description
Savory Beef and Broccoli promises a delightful journey through Chinese-inspired comfort cuisine. Tender marinated beef mingles with crisp broccoli, creating a balanced, quick meal that satisfies hungry palates with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef and Broccoli Ingredients:
Protein:
- 1 lb (454 grams) flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
Primary Vegetables:
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
Sauce and Seasoning:
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup (60 grams) brown sugar
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) beef broth or water
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) oyster sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon (15 grams) grated fresh ginger (or ½ teaspoon ground)
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) sesame oil (optional)
Serving:
- Cooked white rice
Instructions
- Prepare the flavor-packed sauce by whisking together soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, oyster sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, beef broth, and sesame oil in a mixing bowl. Let the mixture rest to allow ingredients to meld.
- Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high temperature. Toss in broccoli florets and add a quick splash of water to create steam. Rapidly stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the broccoli becomes vibrant green and slightly crisp. Transfer to a separate plate.
- In the same pan, introduce additional oil and carefully spread sliced beef in a single, uncrowded layer. Sear each side for 2-3 minutes, achieving a rich golden-brown exterior while maintaining a tender interior.
- Reintroduce the broccoli to the pan with the seared beef. Pour the prepared sauce over the ingredients, gently stirring to ensure complete coverage.
- Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to transform into a glossy, thick coating that clings to both beef and broccoli.
- Plate the beef and broccoli immediately over a bed of fluffy steamed rice, serving while piping hot for maximum flavor and texture enjoyment.
Notes
- Tenderize beef by slicing against the grain to ensure maximum softness and easier chewing.
- Control sauce thickness by adjusting cornstarch amount; less cornstarch creates a thinner sauce, more creates a richer, glossier coating.
- Use high heat for quick stir-frying to maintain broccoli’s vibrant green color and crisp texture without overcooking.
- Swap beef with chicken, tofu, or tempeh for alternative protein options that cater to different dietary preferences or restrictions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg