Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry: A Quick and Easy Chinese-Inspired Dish

Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry: A Quick and Easy Chinese-Inspired Dish

Servings: 4

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Difficulty: Easy

Servings Per Recipe: 4

Servings Per Serving: 1

Ingredients:

• 1 pound beef strips (sirloin or ribeye)
• 3 cups broccoli florets
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
• 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Cooked rice or noodles, for serving

Instructions:

1. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), and hoisin sauce. Set aside.
2. In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the broccoli and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until tender but still crisp.
4. Add the garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, or until fragrant.
5. Return the beef to the skillet and pour in the soy sauce mixture. Stir to combine.
6. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and the beef is coated.
7. Stir in the sesame oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Serve the beef and broccoli stir-fry over cooked rice or noodles and enjoy!

Picture:

[Image description: A photo of a plate of Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry, with a mixture of beef strips and broccoli florets in a savory sauce, served over a bed of steaming hot rice. The beef is cooked to a tender brown, and the broccoli is slightly tender but still crisp. A sprinkle of sesame seeds adds a pop of color and texture to the dish.]

Tips and Variations:

• Use any combination of vegetables you like, such as bell peppers, carrots, or mushrooms.
• Add some heat to the dish by incorporating red pepper flakes or sriracha into the sauce.
• Serve with chopped green onions, sesame seeds, and/or pickled ginger for added flavor and texture.
• For a more substantial meal, add some cooked noodles or rice to the stir-fry and toss to combine.
• Experiment with different types of oil, such as peanut oil or avocado oil, for a unique flavor.

Nutrition Information (per serving):

• Calories: 320
• Fat: 14g
• Saturated Fat: 3.5g
• Cholesterol: 60mg
• Sodium: 450mg
• Carbohydrates: 20g
• Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 6g
• Protein: 30g