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Chinese Beef and Broccoli

Savor Homemade Chinese Beef and Broccoli in Just 30 Minutes

Enjoy a delicious homemade Chinese Beef and Broccoli recipe that captures authentic flavors and can be made in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Marinade
  • 1 pound Flank Steak Slice thinly against the grain.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Helps tenderize the beef.
  • 2 tablespoons Shaoxing Wine Dry sherry can be substituted.
  • 2 tablespoons Light Soy Sauce Low-sodium recommended.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch For velveting the beef.
For the Stir-Fry Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Oyster Sauce Can use mushroom sauce for vegetarian.
  • 1 teaspoon White Pepper Use black pepper as an alternative.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Freshly minced, optional.
For the Veggies
  • 4 cups Broccoli Cut into manageable pieces.
  • 1 cup Water Adjust marinade consistency if needed.
For the Final Touch
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Oil Enhances flavor.

Equipment

  • wok
  • Skillet
  • colander
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a bowl, combine thinly sliced flank steak with baking soda, Shaoxing wine, light soy sauce, oyster sauce, white pepper, and cornstarch. Stir well to coat and let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. While the beef marinates, prepare the stir-fry sauce by mixing oyster sauce, light soy sauce, a splash of dark soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, sugar, chicken broth, and cornstarch in a bowl until smooth.
  3. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and add the broccoli florets. Blanch for 1-2 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender. Drain and set aside.
  4. Heat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add a drizzle of oil and once hot, add the marinated beef in a single layer. Cook for about 30 seconds on each side until browned, then remove from the wok.
  5. In the same wok, add a bit more oil if necessary and toss in minced garlic and ginger. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Add the blanched broccoli to the wok and stir-fry for about 1 minute. Return the cooked beef and pour in the stir-fry sauce. Toss everything together for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  7. Before serving, drizzle sesame oil over the stir-fry and serve over rice or quinoa, garnished with green onions if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish can be easily customized with different proteins or additional vegetables. Enjoy with a side of rice or quinoa for a complete meal.

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