Beef and Broccoli
Beef and Broccoli is a classic takeout-style dish of tender sliced beef and crisp broccoli florets coated in a rich, glossy brown sauce. It is savory, slightly sweet, and deeply satisfying, coming together in minutes once everything is prepped. Serve it hot over steamed rice for a comforting dinner for two that beats delivery.
- ⏱ 25 min
- 📊 medium
- 🍽 For Two
Ingredients
- 400 g flank steak, sliced
- 400 g broccoli
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 3 cloves garlic
Instructions
- Slice about 300 grams (10 ounces) of flank or sirloin steak thinly against the grain, then toss with a teaspoon of cornstarch, a splash of soy sauce, and a little oil and let it sit for 10 minutes.
- Cut a head of broccoli into bite-sized florets and blanch them briefly in boiling water for about 1 minute, then drain so they stay bright green and crisp-tender.
- Make the sauce by whisking together soy sauce, oyster sauce, a little brown sugar, grated ginger, garlic, and a teaspoon of cornstarch with a splash of water or broth.
- Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat until smoking, add a tablespoon of oil, then sear the beef in a single layer for about 1 minute per side until browned but still tender, and remove it to a plate.
- Add the broccoli to the hot pan and stir-fry for 1 to 2 minutes to pick up some color and heat through.
- Return the beef to the pan, pour in the sauce, and toss everything over high heat for about 1 minute until the sauce thickens into a glossy glaze that clings to the beef and broccoli.
- Serve right away over steamed rice, garnished with toasted sesame seeds for a nutty finish.
💡 Chef's tip
Slice the beef thinly against the grain and velvet it with a little cornstarch and soy sauce before cooking, because cutting across the muscle fibers and coating the meat keeps it remarkably tender rather than chewy.
Blanching the broccoli for one minute before stir-frying locks in its bright green color and keeps it crisp-tender instead of raw-hard or soggy.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Protein: 34 g
- Carbs: 14 g
- Fat: 18 g
