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Chinese Beef and Broccoli

Savory Chinese Beef and Broccoli That's Better Than Takeout

Discover a quick and flavorful Chinese Beef and Broccoli recipe that's healthier than takeout.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 pound Flank Steak or Skirt Steak
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch for marinating
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda optional
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Soy Sauce or Tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Peanut Oil or Vegetable Oil
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock or Beef Stock
  • 2 tablespoons Shaoxing Wine or Dry Sherry
  • 2 tablespoons Dark Soy Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar or White Sugar
For the Vegetables
  • 4 cups Broccoli cut into florets
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 inch Ginger minced or grated

Equipment

  • nonstick skillet
  • wok
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Thinly slice the flank or skirt steak against the grain into strips about ¼ inch thick. In a bowl, combine the beef with soy sauce, peanut oil, and cornstarch. Mix well and let it marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together chicken stock, Shaoxing wine, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, brown sugar, and additional cornstarch until smooth.
  3. Heat a nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add a small amount of water and steam the broccoli florets for 1 minute, then remove and wipe the pan.
  4. Increase the heat to high, add oil, and add the marinated beef in a single layer, cooking without stirring for 30 seconds. Flip and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until just pink.
  5. Add minced garlic and ginger to the skillet, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Return the steamed broccoli to the skillet, pour the prepared sauce over the mixture, and stir quickly. Cook for about 1 minute to thicken.
  7. Serve immediately over rice or cauliflower rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Have all ingredients prepped and measured before starting to avoid delays. Use high heat for best results and do not overcook the beef.

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