Description
A classic Chinese-American stir fry made with tender beef strips, crisp broccoli, and a savory garlic soy sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 pound flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, beef broth, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and cornstarch. Set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add beef slices and stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add remaining oil, garlic, and ginger. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add broccoli florets and 2–3 tablespoons water. Cover and steam for 2–3 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Return beef to the skillet. Pour in sauce mixture and toss everything together until well coated and sauce thickens, about 2 minutes.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
- For extra tenderness, marinate beef in 1 teaspoon baking soda and water for 20 minutes before cooking, then rinse well.
- Serve over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
- You can add bell peppers, carrots, or snap peas for more variety.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Chinese-American