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Better Than Takeout Beef and Broccoli: Ready in 20 Minutes

Incredible Chinese Beef and Broccoli for a Delicious Meal

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  • Author: julia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stir-Fry
  • Cuisine: Chinese

Description

A restaurant-style stir-fry featuring tender, velveted beef and crisp broccoli florets tossed in a savory, glossy ginger-soy glaze.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced across the grain
  • 1 large head of broccoli, cut into florets
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 3 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • Optional: toasted sesame seeds and green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Marinate beef slices with 1 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp cornstarch for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat 2 tbsp oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until shimmering.
  3. Sear beef in batches until browned, then remove and set aside.
  4. Add broccoli to the pan and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until bright green.
  5. Whisk remaining soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, and garlic; pour over broccoli.
  6. Stir until sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
  7. Return beef to the pan, toss to coat, and remove from heat.
  8. Drizzle with sesame oil and garnish before serving.