Description
Savor the comforting flavors of Chinese Beef and Broccoli, a classic dish that combines tender beef, crisp broccoli, and a savory sauce infused with garlic and ginger. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy dinner gatherings, this recipe is sure to impress your family and friends. With its vibrant colors and satisfying textures, each bite bursts with flavor that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef flank steak
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/2 cup chicken broth or water
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Cooking oil as needed
Instructions
- Slice the flank steak against the grain into thin strips.
- In a bowl, marinate the beef with soy sauce, cornstarch, sesame oil, and brown sugar for about 15 minutes.
- Heat oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Stir-fry the marinated beef until browned (4-5 minutes) and set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant. Add broccoli with a splash of water and steam for about 3-4 minutes.
- Return beef to the pan along with chicken broth/water and any remaining marinade. Stir until heated through (2-3 minutes).
- Serve over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg