Description
Chinese Beef and Broccoli is a delightful comfort food that combines tender marinated beef with vibrant broccoli, all enveloped in a rich, savory sauce. This dish not only tantalizes your taste buds but also brings nostalgia to your dining table, making it perfect for cozy nights or festive gatherings. With its quick preparation and incredible flavor, this recipe is sure to impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef flank steak, sliced against the grain
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 2 tsp fresh ginger, minced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- ½ cup water or beef broth
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Slice the flank steak into thin strips against the grain and chop broccoli into bite-sized florets.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, and water or beef broth until smooth.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add vegetable oil.
- Sear beef strips in batches until browned (about 3–4 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- Add garlic and ginger to the pan; stir-fry for about 30 seconds.
- Toss in broccoli florets along with the marinade mixture; stir until broccoli is tender-crisp (3–5 minutes).
- Return beef to the pan; mix well before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For a vegetarian option, substitute beef with chicken or tofu. - Enhance the dish by adding bell peppers or snow peas. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently.