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beef broccoli recipe
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: General
Description
This easy beef broccoli recipe delivers a glossy takeout-style meal with a zesty orange-ginger glaze, ready in just 30 minutes for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- For the Beef and Marinade:
- 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 1 tbsp light soy sauce
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 pinch black pepper
- For the Broccoli:
- 1 lb broccoli florets, bite-sized
- For the Orange-Ginger Glaze:
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tbsp grated orange zest
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 3 tbsp light soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp light brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 tsp five-spice powder
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- Other Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp neutral cooking oil (canola or vegetable)
- For Garnish:
- 1 tsp fresh orange zest
- 2 tbsp thinly sliced green onions
Instructions
- Marinate the Beef: Combine the sliced flank steak with the marinade ingredients in a bowl. Toss well and let rest at room temperature for 15-20 minutes.
- Prepare the Broccoli: Blanch the broccoli florets in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Transfer immediately to an ice bath for 1 minute, then drain thoroughly.
- Whisk the Glaze: In a separate bowl, whisk together all glaze ingredients (orange juice, zest, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, five-spice powder, beef broth, and cornstarch). Re-whisk before use to prevent cornstarch from settling.
- Sear the Beef: Heat half the oil in a large wok over high heat. Sear half of the marinated beef in a single layer for 1-2 minutes per side until well browned. Remove the seared beef to a plate and repeat with the remaining beef.
- Stir-fry and Combine: Add remaining oil to the wok if necessary. Add the blanched broccoli and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes. Return all seared beef to the wok with the broccoli.
- Thicken the Sauce: Pour the re-whisked orange-ginger glaze over the beef and broccoli. Continue to stir-fry constantly for 1-3 minutes until the sauce comes to a boil, thickens, and clings to the ingredients.
- Garnish and Serve: Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles, garnished with extra orange zest and green onions.
Notes
For best results, slice the beef thinly against the grain and use high-heat cooking oil. To adjust sauce consistency, add a small amount of water or broth if it becomes too thick. Avoid overcrowding the pan when searing the beef.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg