Recipe

This beef and broccoli stir-fry pairs tender sliced beef with crisp-tender broccoli in a glossy oyster-soy sauce. A short marinade, a hot pan, and a cornstarch-thickened sauce give the dish the familiar takeout-style texture while keeping it practical for a home kitchen.
Beef | |
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8 | ounces flank steak, thinly sliced across the grain |
1 | tablespoon soy sauce |
1 | tablespoon shaoxing wine |
1 | teaspoon cornstarch |
1⁄4 | teaspoon baking soda |
1⁄4 | teaspoon white pepper, ground |
Sauce | |
1⁄3 | cup low-sodium beef broth |
2 | tablespoons oyster sauce |
1 | tablespoon soy sauce |
1 | teaspoon granulated sugar |
1 | teaspoon cornstarch |
1⁄2 | teaspoon toasted sesame oil |
Stir-Fry | |
10 | ounces broccoli florets, cut into bite-size pieces |
2 | tablespoons neutral oil |
2 | cloves garlic, minced |
2 | teaspoons fresh ginger, minced |
| • | steamed rice, for serving |
| 1. | Combine the beef with the soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, cornstarch, baking soda, and white pepper in a bowl; toss until evenly coated and let stand for 15 minutes. |
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| 2. | Whisk the beef broth, oyster sauce, soy sauce, sugar, cornstarch, and sesame oil together in a small bowl until smooth. |
| 3. | Bring a medium pot of water to a boil, add the broccoli, and cook for 60 to 90 seconds until bright green and just tender; drain well. |
| 4. | Heat 1 tablespoon of the neutral oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. |
| 5. | Add the beef in a single layer and sear without moving for about 1 minute, then stir-fry just until browned; transfer to a plate. |
| 6. | Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the pan, then add the garlic and ginger and stir-fry for about 15 seconds until fragrant. |
| 7. | Add the drained broccoli and toss for 30 seconds to coat it in the aromatics. |
| 8. | Return the beef and any juices to the pan, pour in the sauce, and stir-fry for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and broccoli. |
| 9. | Serve immediately with steamed rice. |
Published on Jul 20, 2024 by Luminița