Description
A quick and flavorful Chinese Beef and Broccoli stir-fry featuring tender flank steak marinated in savory sauces, cooked with crisp broccoli florets, garlic, and ginger, all tossed in a rich, slightly sweet sauce. This dish takes only 25 minutes and is perfect served over rice or noodles for an easy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Beef Marinade
- 1 pound flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Stir-fry Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 large head of broccoli, cut into florets
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch piece of ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons rice wine or dry sherry
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes for heat
Instructions
- Marinate the Beef: In a medium bowl, combine the thinly sliced flank steak with soy sauce, oyster sauce, and cornstarch. Mix thoroughly to coat each piece evenly and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes to absorb the flavors and tenderize the meat.
- Cook the Beef: Heat vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated beef and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the beef is just browned but not fully cooked. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside to prevent overcooking.
- Sauté Aromatics: In the same pan, add sesame oil and allow it to heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, stirring quickly. Cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Cook Broccoli: Add broccoli florets to the pan and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until they become tender-crisp, maintaining a slight crunch and vibrant color.
- Add Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together beef broth, rice wine or dry sherry, and sugar. Pour this sauce mixture over the broccoli in the pan, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Combine Beef and Broccoli: Return the cooked beef to the pan. Stir everything together and continue cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes to fully heat the beef and to let the sauce thicken. Season the dish with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes to taste.
- Serve: Serve the hot beef and broccoli stir-fry immediately over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Notes
- Slice the flank steak thinly against the grain for maximum tenderness.
- Do not overcook the beef during the initial stir-fry to keep it juicy and tender.
- You can substitute beef broth with vegetable broth to make it lighter.
- Adjust the sugar quantity for sweeter or less sweet sauce according to your preference.
- Red pepper flakes add heat but are optional; omit for a milder dish.
- Serve immediately for best texture and flavor as broccoli may become soggy if reheated.
