Description
A flavorful and savory Chinese Beef and Broccoli stir-fry recipe that combines tender slices of beef with vibrant, crisp broccoli florets in a rich, savory sauce. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Beef:
- 1 lb flank steak, skirt steak, or other cut (*see footnote 1)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon peanut oil (or vegetable oil)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda (Optional) (*see footnote 1)
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 (*footnote 2)
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar (or white sugar)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
For the Stir-Fry:
- 1 head broccoli, cut into bite-size florets
- 1 tablespoon peanut oil (or vegetable oil) (*Footnote 3)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons ginger, minced
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef: Slice the beef and marinate with soy sauce, peanut oil, and cornstarch.
- Make the Sauce: Combine all sauce ingredients in a bowl.
- Cook the Broccoli: Steam broccoli until tender. Set aside.
- Stir-Fry the Beef: Sear the beef, add garlic and ginger, then return broccoli to the pan. Pour in the sauce and cook until thickened.
- Serve hot as a main dish.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms for variety.
- Adjust the sweetness and saltiness of the sauce to suit your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Chinese Beef and Broccoli, Beef Stir-Fry, Chinese Stir-Fry Recipe
