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Chinese Beef and Broccoli

Savory Chinese Beef and Broccoli: Your Healthier Takeout Fix

Enjoy a healthier version of Chinese Beef and Broccoli, a classic dish with tender beef and broccoli in a savory sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 pound Flank Steak or Skirt Steak ideal for tenderness
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce substitute with tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Peanut Oil (or Vegetable Oil) essential for cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch for thickening and tenderizing
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda (Optional) helps tenderize tougher cuts
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock (or Beef Stock) homemade stock gives better flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Shaoxing Wine (or Dry Sherry) adds depth to the sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Dark Soy Sauce for color and richness
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar (or White Sugar) balances the savory notes
For the Veggies
  • 4 cups Broccoli add nutrition and crunch
  • 3 cloves Garlic fresh garlic ensures the best taste
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger fresh ginger maximizes flavor

Equipment

  • Nonstick skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by slicing your flank or skirt steak against the grain into 0.5 cm thick strips for maximum tenderness. Marinate the beef in soy sauce, peanut oil, and cornstarch for about 10 minutes.
  2. Combine chicken stock, Shaoxing wine, both soy sauces, brown sugar, and cornstarch in a bowl. Whisk until smooth, ensuring the cornstarch is dissolved.
  3. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and add a splash of water to steam the broccoli for about 1 minute until bright green and tender-crisp.
  4. Increase the heat to high and add peanut oil. Spread the marinated beef in a single layer in the hot skillet. Cook for 30 seconds without stirring, then flip and cook for another 30 seconds.
  5. Quickly stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant and golden.
  6. Return the steamed broccoli to the skillet and pour in the sauce. Toss gently to coat evenly and cook for about 1 minute until the sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Transfer to a serving plate and serve hot over steamed rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 100mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For best results, marinate tougher cuts with baking soda for at least 30 minutes for optimal tenderness. Prep all ingredients ahead to avoid overcooking.

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