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Chinese Beef and Broccoli

Savory Chinese Beef and Broccoli in 20 Minutes or Less

This Chinese Beef and Broccoli recipe delivers vibrant flavors in just 20 minutes, perfect for quick dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Beef
  • 1 lb Flank Steak or Skirt Steak Best cuts for tender bite.
  • 1/2 tsp Baking Soda Optional, enhances tenderness.
Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Soy Sauce Replace with tamari for gluten-free.
  • 1 tbsp Peanut Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil.
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch Use as thickener.
  • 2 tbsp Shaoxing Wine Dry sherry is a gluten-free alternative.
  • 1 tsp Dark Soy Sauce Deepens flavor profile.
  • 2 tsp Brown Sugar Balances sauce's saltiness.
Vegetables
  • 1 head Broccoli Cut into florets.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 2 tsp Ginger Minced.
Base
  • 1/2 cup Chicken Stock or Beef Stock Provides rich base.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Steaming Basket

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Slice the flank or skirt steak against the grain into 1/4-inch thick pieces. Marinate with 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp peanut oil, and 1 tbsp cornstarch for 10 minutes.
  2. Whisk together 1/2 cup chicken stock, 2 tbsp Shaoxing wine, 1 tsp dark soy sauce, and 2 tsp brown sugar in a bowl to make the sauce.
  3. Steam broccoli florets in boiling water for 1 minute until bright green and slightly tender. Set aside.
  4. Heat 1 tbsp oil in the skillet, add marinated beef, and sear for 30 seconds, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until browned.
  5. Add minced garlic and ginger to the skillet, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Return broccoli to the skillet and pour in sauce. Cook for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens.
  7. Serve hot over rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze portions for up to 3 months.

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