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A close-up shot of the Chinese beef and broccoli stir-fry, showing the texture of the tender beef slices and the savory sauce.
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Beef and Broccoli Recipe (Better Than Takeout)

This Beef and Broccoli Recipe is better than takeout and ready in 30 minutes! Learn the secret to incredibly tender beef and a rich, savory garlic ginger sauce for an easy, flavorful weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Chinese
Calories: 385

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 lb flank steak sliced thinly against the grain
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
For the Stir-Fry Sauce
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium beef broth
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
For Assembly
  • 4 cups broccoli florets from about 1 large head
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil or other high-heat oil, divided

Equipment

  • 1 Wok or Large Skillet
  • 2 Mixing Bowls

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the sliced flank steak, cornstarch, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and sesame oil. Toss to coat evenly. Let it marinate for at least 10 minutes.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the beef broth, 1/4 cup soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Set aside.
  3. Bring a pot of water to a boil. Blanch the broccoli florets for 60-90 seconds. Drain immediately and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking.
  4. Heat 1 tbsp of oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add the beef in a single layer (cook in batches if needed) and sear for 1-2 minutes per side until browned. Remove beef from the skillet and set aside.
  5. Pour the prepared sauce mixture into the hot skillet. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Return the cooked beef and blanched broccoli to the skillet. Stir to combine and coat everything in the sauce. Cook for 1 minute more until heated through. Serve immediately over rice.

Nutrition

Calories: 385kcalProtein: 35gFat: 20gFiber: 4g

Notes

Tip 1: For extra tender beef, don't skip the velveting step with cornstarch. It makes a huge difference!
Tip 2: Ensure your pan is very hot before adding the beef to get a perfect sear without overcooking the meat.
Tip 3: Prepare all ingredients before you start cooking, as the stir-frying process goes very quickly.
Keyword beef and broccoli,easy dinner,stir fry

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