Chinese Beef and Broccoli
Discover the joy of homemade Chinese Beef and Broccoli, a delightful stir-fry that’s both quick and easy to prepare. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this savory dish that pairs tender strips of beef with crisp broccoli in a rich, flavorful sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or a casual weekend dinner, this recipe offers a healthier alternative to takeout without sacrificing taste. Serve it over steaming rice or alongside noodles for a satisfying meal that the whole family will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
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- 1 lb flank steak or skirt steak
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon peanut oil
- 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
- 1 head broccoli, cut into florets
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons ginger, minced
- Cornstarch and chicken stock for the sauce
Instructions
- Slice the beef against the grain into thin strips and marinate with soy sauce, peanut oil, and cornstarch for about 10 minutes.
- Prepare the sauce by mixing chicken stock, Shaoxing wine, soy sauces, brown sugar, and cornstarch in a bowl.
- Steam the broccoli in a skillet until bright green and tender-crisp; set aside.
- In the same skillet, heat peanut oil over medium-high heat and sear the marinated beef until browned.
- Add garlic and ginger, stir briefly to release their fragrance.
- Return broccoli to the skillet, add sauce mixture, stir together until thickened—about one minute—and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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