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recipe image of a top down mise en place shot showing the fresh ingredients beef sirloin broccoli florets soy sauce garlic ginger cornstarch sesame oil vegetable oil chicken broth oyster sauce rice wine red pepper flakes green onions carrots arranged on a white marble kitchen counter with healthy clear glass bowls and rustic brown wooden kitchen sets under soft diffuse daylight
C. Motter Cindy

Chinese Beef and Broccoli

A delicious and easy-to-make Chinese Beef and Broccoli recipe that is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. This recipe uses simple ingredients and straightforward steps to create a restaurant-style dish at home.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound Beef beef sirloin or flank steak, sliced thin against the grain
  • 2 large heads Broccoli cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger minced
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Wine
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional
  • 2 stalks Green Onions sliced

Equipment

  • Large Skillet or Wok
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Velveting the Beef
  1. In a medium bowl, toss the thinly sliced beef with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 teaspoon of sesame oil, and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Let it sit for at least 15 minutes while you prep the vegetables.
Prepare the Signature Sauce
  1. In a small jar or bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, oyster sauce, remaining soy sauce, rice wine, and another tablespoon of cornstarch.
Blanch or Steam the Broccoli
  1. Quickly steam the broccoli florets for 2 to 3 minutes until they are bright green but still have a firm snap. Drain and set aside.
Sear the Meat
  1. Heat a large skillet or wok over high heat with vegetable oil. When the oil is shimmering, add the beef in a single layer. Let it sear undisturbed for a minute to get a beautiful brown crust, then toss until just cooked through. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside.
Sauté the Aromatics
  1. Lower the heat slightly and add another splash of oil if needed. Add the minced garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Stir constantly for about 30 seconds until the aroma fills your kitchen.
Bring it Together
  1. Return the beef and the broccoli to the pan. Give the sauce mixture a quick whisk to incorporate any settled cornstarch and pour it over the ingredients. Toss vigorously over medium-high heat as the sauce bubbles and thickens into a glossy glaze.
The Final Flourish
  1. Remove from heat and stir in the green onions. The residual heat will soften them just enough. Serve immediately over a bed of steaming white rice.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 20g

Notes

This recipe is perfect for meal prep and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat with a tiny splash of water or broth to prevent the beef from becoming tough.
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