Chinese Beef and Broccoli

Charlotte

This easy Chinese Beef and Broccoli recipe brings the taste of your favorite takeout right to your kitchen. Tender beef, crisp broccoli, and a savory garlic-soy sauce come together in under 30 minutes for a quick, delicious weeknight dinner.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Total Time 25

Course Dinner

Cuisine Asian, Chinese

Servings Servings

Calories 310 kcal

Ingredients

For the Beef Marinade

1 lb flank steak thinly sliced against the grain
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tsp rice vinegar optional, for tenderness

For the Sauce

¼ cup soy sauce low-sodium
2 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tbsp brown sugar or honey
2 cloves garlic minced
1 tsp fresh ginger grated
½ cup beef broth or water
1 tbsp cornstarch for thickening

For the Stir-Fry

2 cups broccoli florets
2 tbsp vegetable oil
Sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish

Instructions

Marinate the Beef

In a bowl, combine sliced beef with soy sauce, cornstarch, sesame oil, and rice vinegar. Let it marinate for 10–15 minutes to tenderize and absorb flavor.

Prepare the Sauce

In a separate bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, beef broth, and cornstarch until smooth. Set aside.

Cook the Broccoli

Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add broccoli florets and cook for 1–2 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.

Sear the Beef

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add beef in a single layer and cook for 1–2 minutes per side until browned. Remove from the pan and set aside.

Make the Sauce & Combine

In the same pan, pour in the prepared sauce and bring to a simmer. Stir until the sauce thickens slightly. Return the cooked beef and broccoli to the pan and toss until evenly coated.

Serve

Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.

Notes

Slice beef against the grain for tenderness.
Don’t overcook the broccoli — it should stay crisp.
Add red chili flakes or a dash of Sriracha if you like spice.
Double the sauce if you prefer extra over rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Calories: 310kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 28gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 820mgPotassium: 720mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g

Keyword Chinese Beef and Broccoli, easy stir fry

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