Beef and Broccoli Recipe | How To Make Beef and Broccoli | Chinese Takeout Recipe
Beef and Broccoli is a classic Chinese takeout dish that’s easy to make at home with tender beef, crisp broccoli, and a rich, savory sauce. This homemade version is even better than what you’d get at a restaurant—fresh, flavorful, and made just the way you like it. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight meal or a dish to impress, this recipe has you covered.
Why You’ll Love This Beef and Broccoli Recipe
✅ Tender and Juicy Beef – Flank steak is sliced against the grain for the best texture, and velveting makes it even softer.
✅ Restaurant-Style Flavor – The combination of dark soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil gives this dish a deep umami taste.
✅ Quick and Easy – This dish comes together in under 30 minutes!
Ingredients
For the Beef
1.5 lbs flank steak, sliced against the grain
Optional Velveting (for extra tenderness):
1 egg white
1 tbsp cornstarch
½ tsp grated ginger
1 minced garlic clove
1 chopped green onion
½ tsp white pepper
½ tsp salt
1 tbsp rice wine (Shaoxing wine or dry sherry)
For the Broccoli
2 cups broccoli florets
For the Sauce
3 tbsp dark soy sauce
½ cup beef broth
1 tbsp brown sugar
¼ cup cold water
1 tbsp cornstarch
For Cooking
2 tbsp cooking oil
½ onion, chopped
1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
Step 1: Marinate the Beef
For extra tender meat, velvet the beef:
1. In a bowl, mix sliced flank steak with egg white, cornstarch, ginger, garlic, green onion, white pepper, salt, and rice wine.
2. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, preferably one hour for best results.
Step 2: Prepare the Broccoli
1. Cut broccoli into bite-sized florets.
2. Bring a pot of water to a boil and blanch the broccoli for 30 seconds.
3. Immediately transfer the broccoli to an ice bath to stop cooking and preserve its vibrant color.
Step 3: Make the Sauce
1. In a small bowl, mix dark soy sauce, beef broth, brown sugar, cold water, and cornstarch until smooth.
2. Set aside.
Step 4: Cook the Beef
1. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add cooking oil.
2. Add the marinated beef in a single layer and sear until browned on both sides.
3. Stir in chopped onion and sesame oil for extra flavor.
4. (Optional) Remove the beef from the pan before adding the sauce—this helps maintain its texture.
Step 5: Combine Everything
1. Pour the prepared sauce into the pan and stir until it thickens.
2. Add the cooked beef and broccoli, tossing everything together.
3. Simmer for 2 minutes until fully coated and heated through.
Step 6: Serve and Enjoy!
Serve your homemade Beef and Broccoli with shrimp fried rice or steamed jasmine rice for a complete meal.
This dish is a perfect balance of savory, slightly sweet, and garlicky flavors with juicy beef and tender-crisp broccoli. Give it a try, and let me know how it turns out!
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