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Beef and Broccoli

Beef and Broccoli is a popular dish in Chinese and Chinese-American cuisines, and consists of beef strips sautéed with crunchy broccoli, and an aromatic sauce.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 404 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese , American

Ingredients

  • 20 oz sirloin or beef whiting , cut into thin strips
  • 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Shaoxing , or cooking sherry
  • 2 cloves garlic , grated
  • 2 green onions (spring onions), cut into very thin slices
  • 2 tablespoons neutral vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons finely grated fresh ginger
  • 1 large head broccoli , cut into florets
  • 4 oz beansprouts
For the sauce
  • 4 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 4 tablespoons water , or low-sodium beef broth
  • 2 teaspoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons chinkiang (black rice vinegar)
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • Freshly ground white pepper
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
Equipment
  • Wok
  • Wooden spoon

Instructions

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  1. In a large bowl, mix the beef strips and Shaoxing (or sherry). Set aside.
  2. In another large bowl, whisk together all the ingredients for the sauce until the cornstarch is dissolved. Set aside.
  3. Heat the oil in a wok over a high heat, and as soon as it begins to reach its smoke point, add the beef, and stir fry for about 2 minutes, or until lightly browned.
  4. Add the onion, garlic and ginger, and stir fry for another minute.
  5. Add the broccoli and continue to stir fry for 1 minute.
  6. Add the beansprouts, and stir fry for 1 minute.
  7. Finally, stir in the sauce, and simmer over medium heat for 2 minutes.
  8. Serve immediately with sautéed noodles or steamed rice.