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Beef and Broccoli Recipe

Weeknight dinner win! This Easy Panda Express Copycat Beef and Broccoli is ready in 20 minutes and packed with flavor.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 334 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 pound sirloin steak thinly sliced, see notes
  • 4 tablespoons cornstarch divided
  • ⅔ cup soy sauce divided
  • 2 tablespoons butter or oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup beef stock
  • 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • ¼ cup water
  • Scallions and sesame seeds for garnish optional

Instructions

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  1. In a large bowl, toss the steak with 2 tablespoons of cornstarch, vinegar, and 1 tablespoon of soy sauce. Set aside.
  2. Meanwhile, melt your butter or oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add your steak strips in a single layer for a minute or so per side until browned. You may need to do this in batches.
  4. Remove the steak from the pan and set aside.
  5. Put the broccoli and water in a microwave-safe bowl. Top with a damp paper towel and microwave for 5 minutes.
  6. Drain off the water and set broccoli aside.
  7. Remove any remaining butter or oil from the pan.
  8. Add the remaining soy sauce, beef broth, brown sugar, garlic, and remaining cornstarch to the pan.
  9. Whisk over medium-high heat until slightly thickened.
  10. Add the beef and broccoli to the sauce and toss to coat.

Notes

  • Slice the beef against the grain. This is key for ensuring tender, easily chewable pieces of meat. Look for the lines running across the steak (the "grain") and slice perpendicular to them.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when browning the beef. If necessary, cook the beef in batches.
  • You can save time by using frozen, steamable broccoli instead of fresh ones.
  • Adjust the sauce to your liking. If you prefer a sweeter sauce, add more brown sugar. For a spicier kick, add some red pepper flakes or Sriracha.
  • If you have a wok, now's the time to use it! Its high heat and large surface area make it perfect for stir-frying dishes like beef and broccoli.
  • Slice the beef against the grain. This is key for ensuring tender, easily chewable pieces of meat. Look for the lines running across the steak (the "grain") and slice perpendicular to them.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when browning the beef. If necessary, cook the beef in batches.
  • You can save time by using frozen, steamable broccoli instead of fresh ones.
  • Adjust the sauce to your liking. If you prefer a sweeter sauce, add more brown sugar. For a spicier kick, add some red pepper flakes or Sriracha.
  • If you have a wok, now's the time to use it! Its high heat and large surface area make it perfect for stir-frying dishes like beef and broccoli.

Nutrition Information

Calories 334kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 26g (9%) Protein 33g (66%) Fat 11g (17%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 4g Trans Fat 0.2g Cholesterol 84mg (28%) Sodium 2423mg (101%) Potassium 891mg (25%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 11g (22%) Vitamin A 742IU (15%) Vitamin C 82mg (91%) Calcium 101mg (10%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 334

% Daily Value*

Calories 334kcal 17%
Carbohydrates 26g 9%
Protein 33g 66%
Fat 11g 17%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 4g 20%
Trans Fat 0.2g 10%
Cholesterol 84mg 28%
Sodium 2423mg 101%
Potassium 891mg 19%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 11g 22%
Vitamin A 742IU 15%
Vitamin C 82mg 91%
Calcium 101mg 10%
Iron 4mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.