Description

Beef and Broccoli is a quick and delicious dish that combines tender beef and vibrant broccoli in a savory, flavorful sauce, perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal.

Ingredients

500 g (1 lb) flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain

1 tablespoon soy sauce

1 tablespoon cornstarch

1 tablespoon rice wine or dry sherry

1 tablespoon oil

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon ginger, grated

4 cups broccoli florets

1–2 tablespoons soy sauce (for stir-fry)

Steamed rice or noodles, for serving

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Instructions

In a bowl, combine the beef slices with the soy sauce, cornstarch, and rice wine (or dry sherry). Toss to coat the beef evenly, and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
While the beef marinates, steam or blanch the broccoli florets in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, or until they are bright green and slightly tender. Drain and set aside.
Heat a tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the beef and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, until the beef is browned and cooked through. Remove the beef from the skillet and set it aside.
In the same skillet, add a little more oil if needed, and sauté garlic and ginger for 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
Add the broccoli to the skillet and stir-fry for another 2 minutes, ensuring it’s well-coated with the garlic and ginger.
Return the cooked beef to the skillet with the broccoli. Add a splash of soy sauce and stir everything together for another minute until heated through.
Serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Notes

For added flavor, use a wok to stir-fry the ingredients.
You can substitute chicken breast or thigh for the beef.
Frozen broccoli can be used, but fresh works best.
Use gluten-free soy sauce to make this dish gluten-free.
If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix extra cornstarch with water and add it to the skillet.
Add red pepper flakes or chili paste to make the dish spicier.
This dish can be prepped ahead of time and stored separately for easy reheating.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10–15 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Stir-Fry
Cuisine: Chinese

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 300
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 70mg