Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of homemade Chinese Beef and Broccoli, a quick and satisfying dish that transforms your kitchen into a bustling Asian eatery. This recipe combines tender marinated beef with vibrant broccoli, all enveloped in a rich, savory sauce. In just 30 minutes, you can enjoy this healthier alternative to take-out, perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Serve it over rice or noodles for a complete meal that will satisfy your cravings without the guilt.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless flank steak
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon peanut oil
- 1 head broccoli, cut into florets
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons ginger, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken stock
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon peanut oil (for cooking)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
Instructions
- Marinate sliced beef in soy sauce, peanut oil, and cornstarch for 10 minutes.
- Prepare the sauce by mixing chicken stock with soy sauces and brown sugar; set aside.
- Steam broccoli until tender, about 1 minute.
- Heat peanut oil in a skillet; cook marinated beef until browned.
- Add garlic and ginger; sauté until fragrant.
- Combine beef and broccoli in the skillet, pour in the sauce, and stir until thickened.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 75mg