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Chinese Beef and Broccoli

Savory Chinese Beef and Broccoli for a Quick Comfort Meal

Quick and easy Chinese Beef and Broccoli that's a delicious comfort meal, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Marinade
  • 1 pound Flank Steak Substitute with skirt steak if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Essential for the 'velveting' technique.
  • 2 tablespoons Shaoxing Wine Can substitute with dry sherry.
  • 2 tablespoons Light Soy Sauce Use low-sodium option to reduce sodium.
  • 2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce No perfect substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon White Pepper Substitute with black pepper if needed.
  • 1 tablespoon Water Used for the marinade.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Can replace with arrowroot powder for gluten-free.
For the Stir-Fry
  • 4 cups Broccoli Could be switched with snow peas or bell peppers.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Can substitute with garlic powder.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Substitute with ground ginger.
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Oil Can be omitted if desired.

Equipment

  • wok
  • large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Marinate the Beef: Slice flank steak and combine with baking soda, Shaoxing wine, soy sauce, oyster sauce, white pepper, water, and cornstarch. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Mix Stir-Fry Sauce: In a bowl, whisk oyster sauce, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, sugar, chicken broth, and cornstarch until smooth.
  3. Blanch Broccoli: Boil water with a pinch of salt, add broccoli, cook for 1-2 minutes, then rinse under cold water.
  4. Cook Beef: Heat oil in a wok, add marinated beef, and stir-fry for about 30 seconds on each side.
  5. Stir-Fry: Sauté garlic and ginger in the same pan, add broccoli, stir-fry for 1 minute, then return beef and add the stir-fry sauce, tossing for 1-2 more minutes.
  6. Serve: Drizzle with toasted sesame oil and garnish with green onions. Serve over rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure the pan is hot before cooking to lock in juices. Consider marinating for up to an hour for deeper flavor.

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