Chinese Beef and Broccoli
This classic Chinese dish features tender beef and crisp broccoli, all stir-fried in a flavorful sauce. It is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet or wok
- 1 cutting board
- 1 whisk
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 cooking spatula
- 1 small bowl
Ingredients
- 1 pound flank steak, sliced thinly against the grain
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- ½ cup beef broth
- cooked rice for serving
Instructions
- Slice the flank steak thinly against the grain and set aside. Wash and cut the broccoli into florets. Mince the garlic and ginger.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, sugar, and beef broth until smooth. Set aside.
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Once hot, add the sliced beef. Stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes until the beef is browned. Remove it from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add minced garlic and ginger, stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the broccoli florets to the skillet and stir-fry for about 3 minutes until they are tender but still crisp.
- Return the cooked beef to the skillet with the broccoli. Pour the sauce mixture over the beef and broccoli. Stir well to coat everything evenly.
- Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Serve the beef and broccoli hot over cooked rice.
Notes
For a spicier kick, consider adding red pepper flakes or sliced chili peppers to the stir-fry.
You can substitute the flank steak with another cut of beef, such as sirloin or ribeye, if preferred.
This dish can be made healthier by using low-sodium soy sauce and adding more vegetables.