Chinese Beef and Broccoli Recipe
A classic Chinese Beef and Broccoli stir-fry featuring tender marinated flank steak cooked to perfection with fresh broccoli in a savory, slightly sweet soy-based sauce. This quick and flavorful dish is perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
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Beef Marinade
- 1 lb flank steak, skirt steak, or other cut
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon peanut oil (or vegetable oil)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda (Optional)
Sauce
- 1/2 cup chicken stock (or beef stock)
- 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar (or white sugar)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Main Ingredients
- 1 head broccoli, cut to bite-size florets
- 1 tablespoon peanut oil (or vegetable oil)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons ginger, minced
Instructions
- Slice and Marinate the Beef: Slice the beef against the grain into 0.5 cm (1/4 inch) thick slices or 1-cm (1/2 inch) sticks and transfer to a small bowl. Add soy sauce, peanut oil, cornstarch, and optional baking soda. Gently mix by hand until all slices are coated with a thin layer of marinade. Marinate for 10 minutes while preparing other ingredients.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a medium bowl, combine chicken stock, Shaoxing wine, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, brown sugar, and cornstarch. Mix well until cornstarch is dissolved completely.
- Steam the Broccoli: Pour 1/4 cup water into a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. Add broccoli florets, cover the pan, and steam for about 1 minute until broccoli is just tender and the water evaporates. Transfer broccoli to a plate and wipe pan dry if necessary.
- Cook the Beef: Heat 1 tablespoon peanut oil in the skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Spread the marinated beef in a single layer and let cook undisturbed for 30 seconds until browned on the bottom. Flip briefly and stir-fry until the beef surface is lightly charred but the inside remains pink.
- Add Aromatics: Add minced garlic and ginger to the pan, stirring a few times to release their fragrance and flavor.
- Combine and Finish: Return the steamed broccoli to the skillet. Stir the sauce to ensure cornstarch is mixed well and pour it over the beef and broccoli. Cook and stir for about 1 minute until the sauce thickens. Immediately transfer to a serving plate and serve hot as a main dish.
Notes
- Using baking soda in the marinade helps tenderize the beef but is optional.
- Dark soy sauce adds a deeper color and flavor but can be omitted if unavailable.
- Peanut oil has a high smoke point suitable for stir-frying; vegetable oil is a good substitute.
- Slicing beef against the grain ensures tenderness.
- Adjust the sugar amount to balance sweetness according to taste.
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