★ Why You'll Love this Recipe ★
If you're looking for that takeout taste but want to be able to make it yourself at home on a busy weekngiht — this beef and broccoli recipe is for you!
This easy beef and broccoli recipe is loaded with flavorful sauce, thin strips of steak, and crisp broccoli. A few key ingredients is all you need.
This is a great dish for family dinner because it's quick and easy and is a crowd pleaser. Make a big batch and you can take leftovers to work for lunch.
This dish goes great with rice or noodles. This dish even goes great over mashed potatoes.
The steak can be cooked on the grill or the flattop which makes it easy to serve a large crowd.
You can choose to marinate the beef for extra flavor or skip this step if you're short on time. The sauce will still layer on plenty of flavor.
★ Ingredients You'll Need ★
You'll need the main ingredients (beef and broccoli of course!) plus a line-up of seasonings and sauces to create this yummy dish.
Here's a look at everything you'll need:
- Flank steak. Flank steak is very flavorful but can be a little tough so be sure to slice this against the grain to create more tender strips. You can use skirt steak or sirloin steak instead if you prefer more tender beef.
- Avocado oil. This is a healthy option, but you can also use other cooking oils like vegetable or corn oil or even sesame oil to cook the beef.
- Broccoli. Fresh broccoli tastes best but frozen can be used if that's more convenient.
For the marinade and sauce
- Beef stock, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, cornstarch, garlic, ginger. To save time, I prefer to use garlic and ginger paste but you can use fresh garlic and ginger if you prefer.
- Season with black pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
- For garnish: sesame seeds.
- Rice. Cooked white rice for serving with the finished dish.
★ How to Make this Recipe ★
This homemade beef and broccoli comes together in just a few easy steps.
Here's a look at what you'll do:
- Marinate steak (optional).
- Sauté broccoli then set aside.
- Cook steak.
- Add sauce/marinade and heat.
- Add broccoli back to pan.
- Toss to coat then serve over cooked rice.
- Garnish with sesame seeds.
So easy! You won't ever need to order out again if you don't want to.
★ Tips & FAQs ★
Can I use frozen broccoli instead of fresh?
Yes, you can use frozen broccoli if fresh is not available. Just make sure to thaw it before cooking or adjust the cooking time to ensure it's tender.
What's the best cut of beef for this dish?
Flank steak or sirloin are excellent choices. Make sure to slice the beef thinly against the grain for the best texture.
Can I make this dish ahead of time?
While beef and broccoli is best enjoyed fresh, you can prepare the ingredients ahead of time and store them for later in an airtight container.
Reheat just until warmed through. You may want to remove the steak while reheating and heat the rice and broccoli first so it doesn't overcook.
Is it necessary to marinate the beef?
Marinating the beef for 15-30 minutes enhances the flavor, but it's not mandatory. If you're short on time, you can still achieve a delicious dish without marinating.
Can I use low-sodium soy sauce for a healthier option?
Yes, you can substitute low-sodium soy sauce to reduce the overall sodium content. In fact, I recommend it for flavor as well. I find regular soy sauce to be too salty but feel free to choose which you prefer.
How can I make the dish spicier?
If you like a bit of heat, you can add red pepper flakes or sliced fresh chili peppers when stir-frying. Adjust the quantity according to your spice preference.
What is the purpose of cornstarch in the recipe?
Cornstarch is used to thicken the sauce. It also aids in achieving a glossy finish on the beef.
You can actually coat the beef with a thin layer or corn starch before frying creating a velvety texture.
Can I use a different vegetable instead of broccoli?
Absolutely! While broccoli is traditional, you can experiment with other vegetables like snap peas, bell peppers, or baby corn to create your own twist on the dish.
How do I avoid overcooking the broccoli?
To prevent overcooking and retain the broccoli's vibrant color and crisp texture, only cook until broccoli is bright green.
If you prefer softer vegetables, you may decide you want to cook it longer. Just be sure to stir as you cook so that the broccoli cooks evenly. You also want to be sure your heat is set to medium-high not full heat.
Is Chinese beef and broccoli healthy?
This dish is heavy on vitamin-rich broccoli and incorporates flank steak which is a lean red meat. Served over rice, this is a low-fat dish that's definitely relatively healthy.
How long do leftovers last in the fridge?
Leftovers can last up to 5 days in the fridge if stored in an airtight container.
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Beef and Broccoli
Ingredients
- 2-3 tablespoon cooking oil divided
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 lb flank steak thinly sliced
Marinade/ Sauce
- ½ cup beef stock
- ⅓ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 3 tablespoon honey or sugar
- 2 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 ½ tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 teaspoon garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon ginger paste
- 2 teaspoon oyster sauce optional for authentic flavor
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes more or less to taste
For Garnish
- 2 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
Serve with
- 2 cups cooked white rice
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Instructions
- Marinate steak. (Optional) Combine marinade ingredients and add beef. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
- Sauté broccoli. Heat 1 tablespoon cooking oil in a large sauté pan, over medium-low heat.Once heated, add the broccoli. Toss for 5 minutes or until tender, but still crisp. When done, transfer broccoli to a plate to set aside.
- Cook beef. Heat remaining tablespoon of oil in the pan then add just the steak, leaving behind the sauce. Cook and stir until browned on all sides and no pink is visible, about 3-4 minutes
- Add sauce. Add the remaining marinade juices and bring to a boil, then reduce to simmer.Stir until combined and thick. This will take 1 to 2 minutes.
- Add broccoli. Stir broccoli back in with the beef and sauce. Toss to coat steak and broccoli in sauce.
- Garnish and serve. Turn off heat and sprinkle with sesame seeds.Spoon over warm cooked rice.
Notes
- Slice steak in uniform strips so they each cook at the same rate. Aim for the strips to be about ยผ" to ยฝ" thick. Or you can often find flank steak already sliced and labeled as "stir-fry" steak which saves time not having to slice it yourself.
- Slice broccoli florets into bite-size pieces, keeping the pieces consistent in size so that the broccoli cooks evenly.
- If you prefer a thicker or thinner sauce, adjust the amount of cornstarch up or down as desired.
- Love sauce and want more for the rice? Feel free to double the sauce!
Equipment
- skillet or wok
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