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Beef and Broccoli

Cultural Context

Beef and broccoli is a popular dish in Chinese-American cuisine, often found in takeout menus across the United States. It combines tender beef with crisp broccoli in a savory sauce, reflecting the adaptation of traditional Chinese flavors to American tastes. The dish is commonly enjoyed for its balance of protein and vegetables, making it a favorite for quick weeknight dinners.

Chinese-AmericanUSmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1.5 pounds beef chuck roast, thinly sliced
1 cup beef broth
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/3 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon ginger, minced
4 cups broccoli florets
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
Cooked rice or cauliflower rice, for serving

beef

🥗Healthier: lean beef

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Lean beef is lower in fat; chicken thighs are often more affordable.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

Lower sodium option for a healthier profile.

1

Place the sliced beef in the slow cooker.

2

In a bowl, mix together the beef broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and minced ginger.

3

Pour the sauce over the beef in the slow cooker.

4

Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the beef is tender.

5

About 30 minutes before the beef is done, mix the cornstarch and water in a small bowl until smooth.

6

Add the cornstarch mixture to the slow cooker and stir well. This will thicken the sauce.

7

Add the broccoli florets to the slow cooker, stirring to combine.

8

Cover and cook for an additional 30 minutes on high, until the broccoli is tender and the sauce has thickened.

9

Serve the beef and broccoli over cooked rice or cauliflower rice.

Cooking Techniques

stir-fried

Equipment Needed

slow cooker

Spice Level:

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Dietary

halal

Allergens

soy

Also Known As

Beef with BroccoliBroccoli Beef

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