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Saucy Beef with Broccoli Recipe

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This Saucy Beef with Broccoli recipe is a savory and satisfying stir-fry that combines tender beef sirloin with crisp broccoli florets in a rich savory sauce made from soy sauce, oyster sauce, and beef broth. Infused with fresh ginger and onion for aromatic depth, it’s a quick and easy dish perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prepping. The beef is marinated and coated lightly with cornstarch before being cooked in a hot skillet, producing a flavorful, glossy sauce that clings beautifully to each bite.

Ingredients

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Beef and Marinade

  • 1 ½ lbs. beef sirloin, thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons cooking wine
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch

Sauce and Vegetables

  • 4 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 ½ cups beef broth
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 2 thumbs ginger, thinly sliced
  • 1 piece onion, sliced
  • 3 tablespoons cooking oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Beef: In a bowl, combine the thinly sliced beef sirloin with soy sauce, cooking wine, and cornstarch. Toss thoroughly to coat the beef evenly and set aside to marinate for 10-15 minutes. This step ensures the beef stays tender and helps thicken the sauce later.
  2. Cook the Aromatics: Heat cooking oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the sliced ginger and onion, stir-frying until fragrant and the onion becomes translucent, about 2-3 minutes. This forms the flavor base of the dish.
  3. Brown the Beef: Increase the heat to high and add the marinated beef to the skillet. Spread the beef out and let it sear undisturbed for about 2 minutes to develop a caramelized crust. Then stir-fry until the beef is mostly cooked through but still tender, approximately 3-4 more minutes.
  4. Add Broccoli and Sauce: Add the broccoli florets to the skillet, followed by the oyster sauce and beef broth. Toss everything quickly to combine. Cover the pan and allow the broccoli to steam and become tender-crisp while the sauce thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
  5. Season and Serve: Remove the lid, stir the mixture to coat the beef and broccoli well with the thickened sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Notes

  • For a thicker sauce, increase cornstarch by 1 teaspoon mixed with a splash of water and add during the last minute of cooking.
  • Use fresh broccoli florets rather than frozen for the best texture and flavor.
  • If cooking wine is unavailable, dry sherry or mirin can be used as alternatives.
  • Adjust the amount of ginger according to preference for a milder or spicier aroma.
  • Be sure not to overcrowd the pan when searing beef to allow proper browning.

Keywords: beef broccoli stir-fry, Chinese beef recipe, oyster sauce beef, quick dinner, healthy stir-fry

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