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Chinese Beef and Broccoli (牛肉炒西兰花)

Chinese Beef and Broccoli (牛肉炒西兰花)

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This beef and broccoli is a popular Chinese take-out meal and it’s also easy enough to make at home. Juicy tender beef and crisp broccoli come together in a rich brown sauce. Serve it over hot rice for an authentic take-out dinner. Gluten-Free adaptable by using dry sherry instead of Shaoxing wine and tamari instead of soy sauce.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 2 to 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb flank steak, skirt steak, or other cut
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp peanut oil or vegetable oil
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda (optional)
  • 1/2 cup chicken or beef stock
  • 2 tbsp Shaoxing wine or dry sherry
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp dark soy sauce
  • 2 tsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 head broccoli, cut into bite-size florets
  • 1 tbsp peanut oil or vegetable oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tsp ginger, minced

Instructions

  1. Slice the beef against the grain into 0.5 cm thick slices. Mix with soy sauce, peanut oil, and cornstarch. Marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Combine all sauce ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
  3. Steam broccoli in 1/4 cup water over medium-high heat until just tender. Remove and set aside. Wipe pan dry.
  4. Heat oil in the pan and cook steak in a single layer until lightly browned, stirring briefly to char all sides while keeping the inside pink.
  5. Add garlic and ginger, stir to release fragrance.
  6. Return broccoli to the pan. Stir sauce to dissolve cornstarch and pour into skillet. Cook until sauce thickens, about 1 minute.
  7. Transfer to plate and serve hot.

Notes

  • For tougher cuts like chuck, brisket, or round roast, add 1/2 tsp baking soda and marinate for 30 minutes.
  • Dark soy sauce adds color; optionally, add 1/2 tsp molasses if skipped.
  • If no peanut oil, drizzle 1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil at the end for flavor.
  • Author: lina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stir-Fry
  • Cuisine: Chinese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 291
  • Sugar: 4.5 g
  • Sodium: 790 mg
  • Fat: 14.3 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4.2 g
  • Carbohydrates: 13.9 g
  • Fiber: 1.5 g
  • Protein: 26.6 g
  • Cholesterol: 48 mg