Description
Beef and Broccoli is a classic Chinese-American stir-fry featuring tender slices of beef and crisp broccoli florets tossed in a savory, slightly sweet soy-based sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, this flavorful and healthy dish is perfect for quick weeknight dinners and pairs beautifully with rice or noodles.
Ingredients
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Beef flank steak or sirloin (thinly sliced)
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Broccoli florets
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Soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
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Oyster sauce
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Brown sugar or honey
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Garlic (minced)
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Fresh ginger (minced)
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Cornstarch
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Vegetable oil or sesame oil
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Water or beef broth
- Optional: red pepper flakes for heat
Instructions
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In a bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and cornstarch. Add sliced beef and toss to coat. Marinate at least 15 minutes.
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Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Cook beef in batches until browned but not fully cooked, 2-3 minutes. Remove and set aside.
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In the same pan, stir-fry broccoli for 3-4 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Add a splash of water or broth, cover briefly to steam.
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Return beef to pan with broccoli. Pour in remaining sauce, stir-fry 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and beef is cooked through.
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Adjust seasoning to taste and serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.
Notes
Substitute broccoli with snap peas, bell peppers, or baby corn for variety.Ground beef or other thinly sliced meats can replace flank steak.Add crushed red pepper flakes or sriracha for spice.Garnish with toasted sesame seeds or chopped green onions for extra flavor and texture.
