Beef broccoli stir-fry is a popular Chinese dish that is both tasty and healthy. It's a quick and easy meal that can be prepared in less than 30 minutes. In this recipe, tender slices of beef are combined with fresh broccoli and stir-fried with a savory sauce made of soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to make beef broccoli stir-fry easily at home.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb beef sirloin, sliced into thin strips
- 1 head broccoli, cut into small florets
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
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Begin by preparing the beef. Slice it into thin strips and season with salt and pepper.
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Cut the broccoli into small florets and set them aside.
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In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, and water until well combined. Set this sauce aside.
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Heat a wok or a large skillet over high heat. Once the wok is hot, add the vegetable oil and swirl to coat the pan.
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Add the minced garlic and ginger to the wok and stir-fry for 30 seconds or until fragrant.
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Add the sliced beef to the wok and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes or until it is browned and cooked through. Remove the beef from the wok and set it aside.
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Add the broccoli florets to the wok and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes or until they are tender-crisp.
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Return the beef to the wok and add the sauce mixture. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes or until the sauce has thickened and the beef and broccoli are coated in the sauce.
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Taste the beef broccoli stir-fry and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
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Serve the beef broccoli stir-fry over rice or noodles.
Tips:
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For extra flavor, marinate the beef in soy sauce, garlic, and ginger for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
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If you want to add some heat to the dish, add some red pepper flakes or diced fresh chili peppers to the stir-fry.
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You can also add other vegetables to the stir-fry, such as carrots, bell peppers, or snow peas.
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To make the dish even healthier, use low-sodium soy sauce and reduce the amount of oil used for cooking.
Beef broccoli stir-fry is a quick and easy meal that is both healthy and delicious. With just a few simple ingredients and some basic cooking techniques, you can make a restaurant-quality dish in the comfort of your own home. Whether you're looking for a quick dinner on a busy weeknight or a tasty meal to impress your guests, this recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
