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Chinese Beef and Broccoli


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  • Author: mealstomake
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: High Protein

Description

A classic dish combining tender beef and crunchy broccoli in a savory sauce that bursts with flavor.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb flank steak (or skirt steak, or other cut)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon peanut oil (or vegetable oil)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda (Optional)
  • 1/2 cup chicken stock (or beef stock)
  • 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons brown sugar (or white sugar)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 head broccoli (cut to bite-size florets)
  • 1 tablespoon peanut oil (or vegetable oil)
  • 3 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 2 teaspoons ginger (minced)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the beef: Slice the beef against the grain into 0.5 cm thick slices or 1-cm sticks. Transfer the sliced beef to a bowl, add soy sauce, peanut oil, and cornstarch, and marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Make the sauce: In a bowl, combine all the ingredients for the sauce and mix well.
  3. Steam the broccoli: Heat 1/4 cup of water in a skillet over medium-high, add the broccoli, cover, and steam for about 1 minute. Transfer to a plate.
  4. Cook the beef: Add oil to the skillet, heat, and cook the marinated beef until lightly charred but still pink.
  5. Add garlic and ginger: Toss in the minced garlic and ginger and stir a few times.
  6. Combine everything: Return steamed broccoli to the skillet, stir the sauce, and pour into the skillet. Cook while stirring until the sauce thickens.
  7. Serve: Transfer to a plate and serve hot.

Notes

Perfectly pair with steamed rice or fried rice. Avoid overcooking the beef and broccoli for the best texture.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-frying
  • Cuisine: Chinese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg