Description
A quick and flavorful one-pan Chinese Beef and Broccoli stir-fry with tender beef, crisp broccoli, and a glossy savory sauce. Perfect for satisfying takeout cravings at home in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp cornstarch
1/2 tsp baking soda (optional)
1 tbsp oil (for cooking)
3 cups broccoli florets
2–3 tbsp water (for steaming)
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
2 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tbsp hoisin sauce (optional)
2 tsp cornstarch
1 tbsp brown sugar or honey
1/2 cup beef broth or water
1 tsp sesame oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp fresh grated ginger or 1/4 tsp ground ginger
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine sliced beef with 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 1/2 tsp baking soda (if using). Let it marinate for at least 10 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce (if using), 2 tsp cornstarch, brown sugar or honey, beef broth or water, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Set aside.
- Heat a splash of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add broccoli and 2–3 tbsp of water. Cover and steam for 2–3 minutes until crisp-tender. Remove and set aside.
- Add 1 tbsp oil to the same pan and sear beef in a single layer for 1–2 minutes per side. Cook in batches if necessary. Return all beef to the pan once browned.
- Pour the sauce into the pan and simmer for 1–2 minutes until it thickens and becomes glossy.
- Add the cooked broccoli back to the pan and toss everything to coat evenly.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles. Optionally top with sesame seeds or chopped green onions.
Notes
Slice beef thinly against the grain for best tenderness.
For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free tamari and sauces.
Feel free to add extra vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms.
Swap beef for chicken or tofu for a variation.
Leftovers keep for 3 days in the fridge and reheat well with a splash of water or broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
