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Chinese Beef and Broccoli

Delicious Chinese Beef and Broccoli That's Healthier at Home

A flavorful and healthier version of Chinese Beef and Broccoli, perfect for quick dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 pound Flank Steak or skirt steak or chuck
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking Soda optional for tenderizing
For the Marinade
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Peanut Oil or vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Chicken or Beef Stock homemade or store-bought
  • 2 tablespoons Shaoxing Wine or Dry Sherry or chicken broth for alcohol-free
  • 2 tablespoons Dark Soy Sauce or regular soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar or white sugar if preferred
For the Vegetables
  • 4 cups Broccoli can swap half for carrots or snap peas
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger minced

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • steamer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chinese Beef and Broccoli
  1. Slice the flank steak against the grain into 1/4-inch thick pieces and marinate with soy sauce, peanut oil, and cornstarch for 10 minutes.
  2. Prepare the sauce by whisking together chicken or beef stock, Shaoxing wine or dry sherry, dark soy sauce, and brown sugar until dissolved.
  3. Steam broccoli florets in boiling water for 1 minute, then transfer to icy water to preserve color. Drain and set aside.
  4. Heat skillet over medium-high and add peanut oil. Sear marinated beef for 2-3 minutes until browned but still pink inside.
  5. Add minced garlic and ginger, sauté for 30 seconds.
  6. Add steamed broccoli and sauce to skillet, cook for 1 minute until sauce thickens.
  7. Serve hot over rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 20mg

Notes

Customize your vegetable choices and enjoy a healthier homemade version of takeout.

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