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. |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 1026.2 kcal |
| Protein | 14.4 g |
| Fat | 94.4 g |
| Carbohydrates | 22.3 g |
| Fiber | 0.3 g |
| Sugar | 11.2 g |
Published on Jul 24, 2024 by Luminița