Description
A quick and easy Chinese Beef and Broccoli stir-fry made in one pan! This better-than-takeout recipe features tender beef, crisp-tender broccoli, and a savory sauce, ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for a healthy, budget-friendly weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
For the beef and marinade:
- 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp baking soda (optional, for extra tenderness)
For the stir-fry:
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, minced
- 1/4 cup water
For the sauce:
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp cornstarch (mixed with 2 tbsp water to form a slurry)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Marinate the Beef
- In a bowl, mix the sliced beef with soy sauce, cornstarch, sesame oil, and baking soda. Toss to coat and let marinate for 15 minutes.
- Prepare the Sauce
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, black pepper, and cornstarch slurry. Set aside.
- Cook the Broccoli
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add broccoli and stir-fry for 2 minutes. Pour in water, cover, and steam for 2 more minutes. Remove from pan.
- Cook the Beef
- In the same pan, heat remaining oil over high heat. Add beef in a single layer and cook for 2 minutes per side. Add garlic and ginger, stirring for 30 seconds.
- Combine and Finish
- Return broccoli to the pan and pour in the sauce. Stir to coat and let simmer for 1-2 minutes until thickened. Drizzle with sesame oil and toss.
- Serve
- Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.
Notes
- Protein swap: Use chicken, shrimp, or tofu instead.
- Gluten-free: Substitute tamari for soy sauce and check oyster/hoisin sauce labels.
- Low-carb: Serve with cauliflower rice.
- Extra veggies: Add bell peppers, carrots, or snap peas.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: main dish
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: chinese
Keywords: Chinese beef and broccoli, beef stir-fry, one-pan dinner, easy stir-fry recipe, homemade takeout