Description
Chinese Beef and Broccoli is a delightful stir-fry that brings the flavors of your favorite Chinese takeout straight to your kitchen. This quick and easy recipe features tender flank steak paired with vibrant broccoli, all enveloped in a savory soy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, each bite offers a satisfying blend of nutrition and taste that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil (for stir-frying)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Slice flank steak against the grain into thin strips and chop broccoli into bite-sized pieces.
- Marinate the Beef: In a bowl, mix half of the soy sauce with garlic and ginger. Add beef strips and marinate for 15 minutes.
- Stir-Fry the Broccoli: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add broccoli and stir-fry for about 3 minutes until bright green.
- Cook the Beef: Add marinated beef to the skillet and stir-fry until browned, about 4 minutes.
- Add Sauce: Pour in remaining soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil; toss everything together for another minute until heated through.
- Serve: Plate your beef and broccoli over steamed rice or noodles, drizzling any remaining sauce on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For a vegetarian option, substitute beef with tofu or chicken. - Enhance flavor by adding vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas. - Spice things up with red pepper flakes if desired.