Description
Indulge in this quick and delightful Beef and Broccoli recipe that’s better than takeout! In under 30 minutes, you can enjoy tender beef stir-fried with vibrant broccoli in a savory sauce that will impress your family and friends. This dish not only captures the rich flavors of traditional Chinese cuisine but also offers a healthier alternative, using lean flank steak and fresh vegetables. Perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this beef stir-fry is versatile enough to complement rice, noodles, or serve on its own.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank steak (thinly sliced)
- 1 lb broccoli (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 5 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/2 tablespoon ginger (minced)
- 1 tablespoon apple vinegar
- 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil
- 1/2 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
Instructions
- Marinate the flank steak with baking soda, vinegar, soy sauce, white pepper, water, and cornstarch for at least 15 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix together ingredients for the stir-fry sauce—oyster sauce, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, chicken broth, and cornstarch.
- Blanch the broccoli in boiling salted water for 1-2 minutes; drain and set aside.
- Heat oil in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat; sear the marinated beef for about 30 seconds per side until browned.
- Add minced garlic and ginger to the skillet; sauté until fragrant.
- Toss in boiled broccoli and return seared beef along with the stir-fry sauce. Stir to combine for another 1-2 minutes.
- Finish with a drizzle of toasted sesame oil before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg