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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 lb beef sirloin
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 cup water
3 cloves garlic
1/2 cup beef broth
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon ginger
2 tablespoons cornstarch
to taste dry cherry
2 cups broccoli
1 cup carrots
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

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

In a small bowl, add soy sauce, garlic, baking soda, and water to make the marinade, then stir well and set aside.

2

Slice beef sirloin into very thin slices against the grain.

3

Place the sliced beef in a large bowl and add the marinade, stirring to coat the beef well.

4

Cover the bowl and refrigerate the beef for about 30 minutes to 1 hour.

5

Prepare the sauce by mixing beef broth, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, ginger, garlic, cornstarch, and dry cherry in a bowl, then set aside.

6

After marinating, take the beef out of the fridge, uncover it, and add more cornstarch, mixing with hands to ensure the beef absorbs it.

7

Cook broccoli in boiling water for about 1 minute, then drain and set aside.

8

Heat vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.

9

Add the beef to the pan and cook for about 5 minutes or until almost done.

10

Add sliced carrots to the pan and cook for about 2 minutes.

11

Add the cooked broccoli to the pan and heat through for about 1-2 minutes.

12

Pour the prepared sauce over the beef and vegetables, stirring to coat everything well.

13

Add dissolved cornstarch in water to thicken the sauce, stirring for about 30 seconds to 1 minute until done.

Cooking Techniques

stir-fried

Equipment Needed

wokknifecutting boardspatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

soy

Also Known As

Beef with BroccoliBroccoli Beef

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