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Savor This Chinese Beef and Broccoli in Under 30 Minutes

Enjoy a quick, flavorful Chinese Beef and Broccoli dish that satisfies cravings while providing a healthier alternative to take-out.
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 Slice against the grain
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Can substitute with arrowroot for gluten-free
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Tamari can be used for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon Dark Soy Sauce Use regular soy sauce if needed
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar Coconut sugar is a healthy alternative
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock Beef stock or vegetable stock can also be used
  • 2 tablespoons Shaoxing Wine Dry sherry or rice vinegar can replace it
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking Soda Optional for tenderizing tougher cuts
For the Vegetables
  • 4 cups Broccoli Can substitute with carrots or snap peas
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Grated
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Peanut Oil Any neutral oil will also work

Equipment

  • nonstick skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Slice flank steak or skirt steak against the grain into thin strips, about 1/4 inch thick. In a bowl, combine these beef strips with soy sauce, peanut oil, and cornstarch. Toss to coat evenly and let the mixture marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. While the beef marinates, prepare the sauce by whisking together chicken stock, Shaoxing wine, dark soy sauce, brown sugar, and an additional tablespoon of cornstarch.
  3. In a large nonstick skillet, bring about an inch of water to a rolling boil. Add the broccoli florets and cover, allowing them to steam for approximately 1 minute.
  4. Remove the steamed broccoli and set it aside. Increase the heat in the skillet and add a splash of peanut oil. Add the marinated beef, searing for about 30 seconds on one side before flipping.
  5. Quickly toss in minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Return the broccoli to the skillet, pour in the prepared sauce, and stir gently to combine. Cook for about 1 minute until the sauce thickens.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Prep all ingredients ahead of time for a quick cooking process. Avoid overcrowding the pan when searing the beef for the best results.

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