Description
A flavorful and easy-to-make Chinese Beef and Broccoli recipe that is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Tender slices of beef are stir-fried with fresh broccoli in a savory soy-based sauce, creating a delicious dish that pairs beautifully with steamed rice.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Beef:
- 1 lb flank steak, skirt steak, or other cut
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon peanut oil (or vegetable oil)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda (Optional)
For the Sauce:
- 1/2 cup chicken stock (or beef stock)
- 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar (or white sugar)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Other Ingredients:
- 1 head broccoli, cut into bite-size florets
- 1 tablespoon peanut oil (or vegetable oil)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons ginger, minced
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef: Slice the beef and marinate with soy sauce, oil, and cornstarch.
- Make the Sauce: Combine all sauce ingredients in a bowl.
- Cook the Broccoli: Steam broccoli until tender, then set aside.
- Stir-Fry the Beef: Cook marinated beef until browned, then add garlic and ginger.
- Combine Everything: Add broccoli back to the pan, pour in the sauce, and cook until thickened.
- Serve: Transfer to a plate and serve hot as a main dish.
Notes
- If using a tougher cut of beef, consider marinating longer for increased tenderness.
- Adjust the sauce sweetness to your preference by adding more or less sugar.
- For added heat, sprinkle red pepper flakes or drizzle with chili oil before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Chinese Beef and Broccoli, Stir-Fry Recipe, Asian Beef Dish
