Chinese Beef and Broccoli (牛肉炒西兰花)
Chinese Beef and Broccoli (牛肉炒西兰花) is a savory stir-fry that brings the flavors of Chinese take-out right to your dinner table. This quick and easy recipe combines tender pieces of beef with crisp broccoli, all coated in a rich brown sauce that’s both satisfying and nutritious. In just 30 minutes, you can serve a delicious meal that rivals your favorite restaurant dish. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this dish is customizable and can be made healthier than traditional take-out options. Enjoy it over steamed rice or noodles for a complete dining experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank steak
- 1 head broccoli, cut into florets
- 1/2 cup chicken stock
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Shaoxing vinegar
Instructions
- Slice flank steak thinly against the grain and marinate with soy sauce, peanut oil, and cornstarch for 10 minutes.
- Combine all sauce ingredients in a bowl and mix until smooth.
- Steam broccoli in a skillet until tender, then set aside.
- Heat oil in the skillet, sear the marinated beef until browned, then add minced garlic.
- Return broccoli to the pan, pour in the sauce, stir until thickened, and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg