Chinese Beef and Broccoli (牛肉炒西兰花)
Indulge in the savory goodness of Chinese Beef and Broccoli (牛肉炒西兰花), a delightful dish that brings the essence of your favorite Chinese takeout right into your home kitchen. This vibrant stir-fry features tender, marinated beef paired with crisp broccoli, all enveloped in a rich brown sauce that will have your taste buds dancing. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe is quick to prepare, taking only 30 minutes from start to finish. With its nutritious ingredients and customizable options, it’s a meal that’s sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank steak (or skirt steak)
- 1 head broccoli (cut into florets)
- 1/2 cup chicken or beef stock
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 teaspoons ginger (minced)
- Peanut or vegetable oil
Instructions
- Marinate sliced beef with soy sauce, oil, and cornstarch for 10 minutes.
- Prepare the sauce by mixing stock, vinegar, soy sauces, sugar, and cornstarch in a bowl.
- Steam broccoli until just tender and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; cook beef until browned.
- Add garlic and ginger; stir briefly.
- Mix in steamed broccoli and pour sauce over everything; cook until thickened.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg