Homemade Beef and Broccoli
A hearty classic featuring tender beef, vibrant broccoli, and an umami-packed sauce that’s perfect for any dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound of beef (flank steak or sirloin)
- 2 cups of broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
- 3 cloves of garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup of soy sauce
- 1/4 cup of beef broth
- 2 tablespoons of cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice (for serving)
Instructions
- Prep the ingredients: Slice the beef against the grain and prepare the garlic and broccoli.
- Marinate the beef: Mix beef with soy sauce and cornstarch, and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat the wok or skillet: Add vegetable oil and heat over medium-high heat.
- Cook the beef: Add marinated beef to the skillet, sear for a minute, then stir-fry until browned.
- Incorporate the garlic: Add minced garlic and stir-fry for 30 seconds.
- Add the broccoli: Toss in broccoli florets, pour in beef broth, and cook for 4-5 minutes.
- Make the sauce: Mix remaining soy sauce, sesame oil, and cornstarch with cold water. Pour over the beef and broccoli, and stir until thickened.
- Finish and serve: Remove from heat and serve over rice.
Notes
For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce. To spice things up, add red pepper flakes to the sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: beef and broccoli, homemade, stir-fry, dinner recipe