“Enjoy the delicious flavors of tender beef and crisp broccoli in this homemade Beef and Broccoli recipe. With a savory sauce made from soy sauce, garlic, and ginger, this dish is quick and easy to prepare, perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.”
EQUIPMENT
- Large skillet or wok
- Wooden spatula or spoon
- Knife
- Cutting Board
- Mixing bowls
- Cups and spoons for measuring cups
INGREDIENTS
- Beef (flank steak or sirloin) Thinly cut 1 1 pound
- 4 cups Broccoli plant florets: One big head, or approximately 4 cups
- Garlic, minced
- 2 cloves
- 1 teaspoon Grated ginger
- ¼ cup Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 1 cup Water or Beef Broth
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 4 portions Rice or noodles for serving
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (optional to garnish)
- 2 stalks Green onions, cut (optional to garnish)
INSTRUCTIONS
- Marinate the beef In a mixing bowl, mix thinly sliced beef, crushed garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Marinate for at least 20 minutes.
- Make the Sauce In a separate bowl, mix together brown sugar, soy sauce, cornstarch, soy sauce, beef broth, or even water to make the sauce.
- Prepare the Broccoli Cook the broccoli: Heat a vegetable oil pan or large skillet at medium-high temperature. Add the broccoli pieces and stir fry for about 2 minutes until they’re vibrant green and tender-crisp. Remove the broccoli and set it aside.
- Cook the beef In that same pot, pour in more oil, if necessary. Then add the beef slices marinated and cook until cooked through and golden brown in about 2 minutes.
- Combine the beef and broccoli. Add the cooked broccoli to the pan along with the beef. Pour the sauce that you prepared over the broccoli and beef mixture. Stir it well to evenly coat everything. Then, allow the sauce to thicken up within a couple of minutes.
- Serve Serve: Serve the broccoli and beef stir-fry hot on cooked noodles or rice. If you wish, sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
Beef and Broccoli Recipe
Notes
Beef and broccoli stir-fry is a delicious meal that is easy to cook at home. With its succulent beef, crisp broccoli, and delicious sauce, it’s bound to become a staple for busy weeknights as well as special occasions. Take pleasure in the delicious flavor of this popular Chinese-American meal!