Description
Discover this quick and flavorful Chinese Beef and Broccoli recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Made in a single pan, tender beef strips are cooked with fresh broccoli in a savory sauce, offering a nutritious and delicious Asian-inspired dinner. Easy to prepare and crowd-pleasing, this dish is a healthy choice for the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) beef strips or easy beef cut like sirloin or flank steak
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce (optional for richer flavor)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil or cooking oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1/2 cup beef broth or water
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by thinly slicing the beef and setting aside. Mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, and cornstarch in a bowl to create a marinade. Toss the beef slices in the marinade to tenderize and flavor the meat.
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated beef slices and stir-fry until browned and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add garlic and ginger, sautéing until fragrant. Add broccoli florets and cook for 2-3 minutes until bright green and tender yet crisp.
- Return the cooked beef to the pan with the broccoli. Pour in beef broth or water, and stir well. Cook everything together for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and flavors meld.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.
Notes
- Slicing the beef thinly ensures quick cooking and tenderness.
- Use fresh broccoli for the best texture—frozen works in a pinch but may be softer.
- Marinate the beef for at least 15 minutes to enhance flavor and tenderness.
- Adjust soy sauce and oyster sauce to taste, balancing saltiness and sweetness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 330 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 70mg