Beef and Broccoli

Name: Beef and Broccoli
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain; 2 tbsp soy sauce, for marinade; 2 tsp cornstarch, for marinade; 1/4 tsp baking soda; 2 tbsp oyster sauce; 2 tbsp soy sauce, for sauce; 2 tsp brown sugar; 1 tsp sesame oil; 1 tbsp cornstarch, for sauce; 1/2 cup chicken broth; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced; 1 lb broccoli, cut into florets; 1 tsp sesame seeds, for garnish; 2 green onions, sliced

A classic Chinese-American dish featuring tender slices of beef and crisp broccoli florets in a savory brown sauce. This quick stir-fry is perfect for weeknight dinners and tastes better than takeout.

25 minMediumServes 4350 cal/serving

ChineseDinnerStovetopHigh ProteinNightshade-Free

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Ingredients

1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
2 tbsp soy sauce, for marinade
2 tsp cornstarch, for marinade
1/4 tsp baking soda
2 tbsp oyster sauce
2 tbsp soy sauce, for sauce
2 tsp brown sugar
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tbsp cornstarch, for sauce
1/2 cup chicken broth
2 tbsp vegetable oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
1 lb broccoli, cut into florets
1 tsp sesame seeds, for garnish
2 green onions, sliced

Instructions

1

In a medium bowl, combine the sliced 1 lb thinly sliced against the grain flank steak with 2 tbsp for marinade soy sauce, 2 tsp for marinade cornstarch, and 1/4 tsp baking soda. Toss to coat and let marinate for at least 15 minutes while preparing other ingredients.
2

In a separate bowl, whisk together the sauce ingredients: 2 tbsp oyster sauce, 2 tbsp for sauce soy sauce, 2 tsp brown sugar, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp for sauce cornstarch, and 1/2 cup chicken broth. Set aside.
3

Heat a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of 2 tbsp vegetable oil and swirl to coat. Add the marinated beef in a single layer (work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding). Cook without stirring for 1 minute to sear, then stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until beef is browned but still slightly pink inside. Remove beef to a plate.
4

In the same wok, add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger, stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
5

Add 1 lb cut into florets broccoli and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender. If the wok becomes too dry, add 2-3 tablespoons of water and cover for 1 minute to steam the broccoli.
6

Return the beef to the wok. Whisk the sauce mixture again (the cornstarch may have settled) and pour it into the wok. Stir constantly as the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
7

Once the sauce has thickened and coats the beef and broccoli, remove from heat.
8

Serve hot over steamed rice, garnished with 1 tsp for garnish sesame seeds and sliced 2 sliced green onions.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Beef and Broccoli?

As written, 25 minutes: 15 of prep and 10 of cooking. The longest single stretch is the hands-off wait in step 1, 15 minutes.

How do I know when Beef and Broccoli is done?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 3: cook until beef is browned but still slightly pink inside. Step 5: cook until bright green and crisp-tender.

How long should Beef and Broccoli marinate?

Step 1 reads: "Toss to coat and let marinate for at least 15 minutes while preparing other ingredients." Follow the time in step 1. Shorter still seasons the surface. Much longer is not better with acidic marinades, which turn the outside of meat or fish mushy.

Is there a substitute for oyster sauce in Beef and Broccoli?

The entry for Beef and Broccoli calls for 2 tbsp oyster sauce. In its place: Hoisin thinned with a little soy sauce is the nearest shelf substitute, and a mushroom stir-fry sauce is the vegetarian one. Both are sweeter, so hold back any sugar in the recipe.

Can I use another cut instead of flank steak in Beef and Broccoli?

Flank, skirt, hanger and flat iron swap freely at the same weight. Slice whichever you use across the grain, or it eats tough. As written, the entry for Beef and Broccoli uses 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain.

Does Beef and Broccoli contain shellfish?

Yes: 2 tbsp oyster sauce. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, soy, shellfish and sesame. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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