Beef and Broccoli

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Here’s a detailed recipe for Beef and Broccoli that you can prepare at home. This classic dish features tender beef slices and crisp broccoli in a savory, slightly sweet sauce.

Ingredients

For the Beef and Marinade:

  • 1 lb (450 g) beef (flank steak or sirloin), thinly sliced against the grain
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda (optional, for extra tender beef)

For the Sauce:

  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) beef or chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (slurry)

For the Stir-Fry:

  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 3-4 cups broccoli florets
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1-inch piece of ginger, minced (optional)
  • 1/4 cup water (for steaming broccoli)

Garnish:

  • Sesame seeds
  • Chopped green onions

Preparation

1. Prepare the Beef:

  1. Thinly slice the beef against the grain for tenderness.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, and baking soda. Mix well and coat the beef slices. Let it marinate for 20–30 minutes while preparing other ingredients.

2. Prepare the Sauce:

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and beef broth.
  2. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and set aside.

3. Blanch the Broccoli:

  1. Bring a pot of water to a boil.
  2. Add broccoli florets and cook for 1–2 minutes until they turn bright green and slightly tender.
  3. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Set aside.

4. Cook the Beef:

  1. Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat.
  2. Add the marinated beef in a single layer and sear for 1–2 minutes per side until browned but not fully cooked. Remove from the pan and set aside.

5. Cook the Aromatics:

  1. In the same pan, add another tablespoon of oil.
  2. Add minced garlic and ginger. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.

6. Combine and Cook:

  1. Add the blanched broccoli to the pan. Stir-fry for 1 minute.
  2. Pour in the prepared sauce and mix well.
  3. Add the seared beef back to the pan. Stir everything together and cook for 2–3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the beef and broccoli evenly.

7. Serve:

  1. Transfer to a serving plate and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
  2. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.

Enjoy your homemade Beef and Broccoli! Let me know if you’d like a variation or substitution tips. 😊

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