Quick Beef And Broccoli: Chinese Takeout Classic
Beef and Broccoli is more than just a meal—it’s a ticket to restaurant-quality Chinese food right in your own kitchen. With its tender beef, crisp broccoli, and addictive savory sauce, this dish is sure to win over your family and friends.
Ingredients
- 1 pound top sirloin steak
- ▢2 tablespoons olive oil divided
- ▢3 cups broccoli florets
- ▢Sauce ingredients:
- ▢1/2 cup water
- ▢1/2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- ▢1/2 cup soy sauce
- ▢1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- ▢3 tablespoons cornstarch
- ▢1 teaspoon garlic minced
- ▢1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
- ▢1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Instructions
- Prepare everything in advance since the actual cooking is very quick. For the steak, trim any fat and slice it thinly across the grain into bite-sized pieces. Combine the sauce ingredients in a bowl and whisk thoroughly.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over high heat until shimmering.
- Add the broccoli and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently until it’s tender-crisp, then transfer to a plate.
- Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Spread the beef in a single layer in the pan and let it sear without touching for a minute. Stir and flip with tongs, cooking for another minute. It’s best if it’s slightly rare at this stage to prevent it from becoming tough.
- Return the broccoli to the pan and pour in the sauce. Stir and toss until everything is well-coated and the sauce thickens, about 1-3 minutes. Remove from heat and serve immediately.