Classic Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry

Indulge in a timeless favorite with this classic beef and broccoli stir-fry, featuring perfectly tender beef strips marinated in a savory blend of soy sauce, white sugar, and delicate spices. Paired with crisp broccoli florets and tossed in a luscious sherry and oyster sauce, this dish is sure to impress even the most discerning palate.

Ingredients

Ingredients
¾	lb beef, cut into very thin strips, pencil thin and no longer than 2 inches
3	broccoli florets, bite-sized
2	garlic, minced
2	tablespoons soy sauce (not lite)
2 ½	tablespoons white sugar
½	teaspoon black pepper
1	egg white, beaten until frothy
1	tablespoon cornstarch
2	tablespoons sherry wine
¼	cup oyster sauce
3-4	tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

• Preparation and Cooking

  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the thinly sliced beef strips with soy sauce, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated.
  2. Mix in the white sugar and black pepper, stirring for 3 minutes until the sugar is dissolved and the beef is evenly coated.
  3. Add the beaten egg white and slowly incorporate the cornstarch, stirring for an additional 3 minutes to ensure a uniform coating on the beef.
  4. Cover and refrigerate the marinated beef for 3 hours, stirring well after 1.5 hours.
  5. Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
  6. Heat a wok over medium-high heat.
  7. Parboil the broccoli florets for 1 minute, then drain in a colander.
  8. Add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil and minced garlic to the wok, quickly sautéing.
  9. Stir-fry the broccoli until tender-crisp, approximately 5-6 minutes.
  10. Transfer the broccoli to a serving bowl.
  11. If needed, add the remaining oil to the wok and stir-fry the marinated beef until slightly undercooked.
  12. Return the broccoli to the wok and mix with the beef.
  13. Pour in the sherry wine and oyster sauce, stir-frying for 1 minute to coat the beef and broccoli evenly.
  14. Serve the delectable stir-fry over steaming hot white rice.

Jul 24, 2024