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Chinese Beef and Broccoli

Chinese Beef and Broccoli: A Healthier Takeout Classic

A healthier take on classic Chinese Beef and Broccoli, offering tender beef, crisp broccoli, and a rich sauce in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 pound flank steak or skirt steak as substitute
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce swap with tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons peanut oil vegetable oil can be used
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch no substitutes needed
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda optional for tougher cuts
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup chicken or beef stock vegetable stock for meat-free version
  • 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine or dry sherry, omit for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar white sugar can be used
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch for thickening the sauce
For the Vegetables and Aromatics
  • 4 cups broccoli florets or carrots/snap peas for variety
  • 3 cloves garlic minced, use fresh
  • 1 tablespoon ginger fresh, grated for best flavor

Equipment

  • nonstick skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • meat slicer
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Slice the flank steak against the grain into thin strips, about 1/4-inch thick. Marinate the beef with soy sauce, peanut oil, and cornstarch for 10 minutes.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together chicken or beef stock, Shaoxing wine, dark soy sauce, brown sugar, and cornstarch to create the sauce.
  3. Steam broccoli in a skillet with a little water for about 1 minute until bright green and tender. Drain excess water.
  4. Heat peanut oil in the skillet over high heat, add the marinated beef in a single layer and cook until browned, about 30 seconds per side.
  5. Add minced garlic and ginger to the skillet, stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  6. Add the steamed broccoli and pour in the sauce, stirring until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and broccoli, about 1 minute.
  7. Serve immediately over hot rice and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust for gluten-free by using tamari instead of soy sauce.

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