Chinese Beef and Broccoli
Are you in search of a quick and flavorful dinner that feels like a treat? Try this Chinese Beef and Broccoli recipe! With tender strips of beef and vibrant broccoli enveloped in a rich, savory sauce, this dish is a family favorite that’s healthier than takeout. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. Serve it over steaming rice to soak up all the delicious sauce. Not only is this dish easy to prepare, but it also offers flexibility with ingredients—making it an ideal choice for any home cook. Get ready to impress your loved ones with this colorful and satisfying meal!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank steak (or skirt steak)
- 1/2 cup chicken stock
- 1 head broccoli, cut into florets
- Soy sauce
- Peanut oil
- Garlic and ginger
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by combining sliced beef with soy sauce, peanut oil, and cornstarch; let it marinate for 10 minutes.
- Mix the sauce ingredients: chicken stock, vinegar, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, brown sugar, and cornstarch.
- Steam broccoli in a skillet with water until tender-crisp; set aside.
- In the same skillet, cook marinated beef without stirring for 30 seconds to achieve browning.
- Add garlic and ginger; stir briefly before mixing in the steamed broccoli and sauce.
- Simmer until the sauce thickens; serve hot over rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 60mg