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Chinese Beef and Broccoli

Quick & Healthy Chinese Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry at Home

This Quick & Healthy Chinese Beef and Broccoli is a flavorful, savory dish that brings tender beef and vibrant broccoli together in a comforting stir-fry.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 lb Flank Steak Consider skirt steak as a cost-effective alternative.
  • 1 tbsp Soy Sauce Use tamari for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 tbsp Peanut Oil Can be swapped with vegetable oil.
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch Thickens the sauce.
  • 1/2 tsp Baking Soda Optional, enhances tenderness.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Chicken Stock Beef stock works well too.
  • 2 tbsp Shaoxing Wine Use dry sherry for gluten-free.
  • 1 tsp Dark Soy Sauce Can be omitted if unavailable.
  • 2 tsp Brown Sugar White sugar is a good substitute.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 head Broccoli Cut into florets.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 2 tsp Ginger Minced.

Equipment

  • Large nonstick skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Slice the flank steak thinly against the grain into bite-sized strips. In a mixing bowl, combine the sliced beef with soy sauce, peanut oil, and cornstarch. Allow to marinate for about 10 minutes.
  2. Combine chicken stock, Shaoxing wine, both types of soy sauce, and brown sugar in a separate bowl. Whisk until smooth.
  3. In a skillet, bring 1/4 cup of water to a boil, add broccoli, and steam for about 1 minute.
  4. Sear the marinated beef in the same skillet over medium-high heat until browned.
  5. Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking for about 30 seconds.
  6. Return the broccoli and pour in the sauce. Stir over medium-high heat until the sauce thickens.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 450IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, prep all ingredients before starting to cook to ensure a smooth process.

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