Description
Chinese Beef and Broccoli is a classic takeout-style stir-fry featuring tender slices of flank steak and crisp broccoli tossed in a rich, savory garlic-ginger soy sauce. Quick to prepare and packed with flavor, it’s perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 pound flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, beef broth, oyster sauce, brown sugar, and sesame oil.
- In another small bowl, stir together the cornstarch and water to create a slurry.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the sliced beef in a single layer and cook for 2–3 minutes until browned. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside.
- Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the pan and stir-fry the broccoli for 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Stir in the garlic and ginger and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Return the beef to the pan and pour in the prepared sauce mixture.
- Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for 1–2 minutes until the sauce thickens and evenly coats the beef and broccoli.
- Serve hot over steamed rice.
Notes
- Slice the beef thinly against the grain to ensure tenderness.
- Avoid overcooking the beef to keep it juicy.
- Frozen broccoli can be used if thawed and drained well.
- Add red pepper flakes or chili oil for extra heat.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in a skillet with a splash of water or broth to loosen the sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 920 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
