Beef and Broccoli Recipe
Perfect for a fast and great homemade dinner, a traditional stir-fry recipe calls for tender beef, fresh broccoli, and a flavorful sauce.
Ingredients
- For the Beef:
- 1 lb 450g flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil optional for extra flavor
- For the Sauce:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 cup water or beef broth
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil optional for added flavor
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
- For the Broccoli:
- 3 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil for stir-frying
- 1/4 cup water for steaming broccoli
- For Serving:
- Steamed rice or noodles optional
- Sesame seeds optional garnish
- Sliced green onions optional garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the Beef:
- In a bowl, combine the thinly sliced beef with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of cornstarch, and 1 tablespoon of sesame oil (optional).
- Mix well and let it marinate for at least 20 minutes. This will help tenderize the beef and add flavor.
- Prepare the Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons oyster sauce, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 1 teaspoon sugar, and 1/4 cup water or beef broth.
- Stir in the minced garlic and ginger. Set aside.
- Cook the Beef:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the marinated beef to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until browned, stirring occasionally.
- Once cooked, remove the beef from the skillet and set it aside.
- Stir-Fry the Broccoli:
- In the same skillet, add the broccoli florets and 1/4 cup of water.
- Cover the skillet and let the broccoli steam for 2-3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender.
- Remove the lid and stir-fry the broccoli for an additional minute until crisp-tender. If needed, add a little more oil for stir-frying.
- Combine the Beef, Broccoli, and Sauce:
- Return the cooked beef to the skillet with the broccoli.
- Pour the prepared sauce over the beef and broccoli, stirring to combine.
- Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and evenly coats the beef and broccoli.
- Serve:
- Remove from heat and serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions if desired.
Notes
Tips:
- To make slicing the beef easier, partially freeze it for 20-30 minutes before cutting it into thin strips.
- You can also add other vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas for extra crunch and color