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Make restaurant-quality Chinese Beef and Broccoli at home with this simple, delicious recipe. Tender beef, crisp broccoli, and a rich savory sauce come together in just 30 minutes for a perfect weeknight dinner

Ingredients

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For the Meat and Marinade:

1 lb boneless flank steak, skirt steak, or other cut
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon peanut oil (or vegetable oil)
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon baking soda (optional)

For the Sauce:

1/2 cup chicken stock (or beef stock)
2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon dark soy sauce
2 teaspoons brown sugar (or white sugar)
1 tablespoon cornstarch

For the Stir-Fry:

1 head broccoli, cut into bite-sized florets
1 tablespoon peanut oil (or vegetable oil)
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons ginger, minced

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Instructions

Step 1: Marinate the Beef
Slice the beef against the grain into thin 1/4-inch slices or 1/2-inch sticks.

Place the beef in a small bowl and add soy sauce, peanut oil, cornstarch, and baking soda if using.

Gently mix everything by hand until the beef is evenly coated with the marinade.

Set aside to marinate for about 10 minutes while you prepare the rest of the ingredients.

Step 2: Prepare the Sauce
In a medium bowl, combine the chicken stock, Shaoxing wine, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, brown sugar, and cornstarch.

Whisk until everything is dissolved and the sauce looks smooth.

Set the sauce aside — it will be ready to pour straight into the pan when needed.

Having everything pre-mixed makes the stir-frying process quick and seamless.

Step 3: Steam the Broccoli
Add 1/4 cup of water to a large nonstick skillet and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat.

Add the broccoli florets, cover with a lid, and steam for about 1 minute, until just tender and bright green.

Transfer the broccoli to a plate and wipe out the skillet if needed.

This method keeps the broccoli crisp and vibrant while saving time.

Step 4: Stir-Fry the Beef
Add 1 tablespoon of peanut oil to the skillet and swirl to coat the bottom.

Heat over medium-high heat until the oil is hot and shimmering.

Spread the marinated beef in a single layer and cook without touching for about 30 seconds, letting it sear.

Flip the beef quickly and cook the other side just until browned but still slightly pink inside.

Step 5: Add Aromatics and Sauce
Add the minced garlic and ginger to the beef and stir-fry for a few seconds until fragrant.

Return the broccoli to the skillet and toss everything together.

Stir the sauce again to re-incorporate the cornstarch, then pour it into the skillet.

Cook and stir constantly until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and broccoli, about 1 minute.

Step 6: Serve and Enjoy
Transfer the beef and broccoli immediately to a serving plate.

Serve hot with steamed white rice or fried rice for a complete meal.

Enjoy your homemade Chinese Beef and Broccoli that tastes just as good — if not better — than takeout!