This Chinese Beef And Broccoli Stir Fry combines juicy, tender, savory beef with crisp and crunchy broccoli, all tossed in a rich and flavorful homemade sauce.
After moving to Sydney, I have had a renewed appreciation of Asian stir-fries. We have some of the best Asian restaurants and are spoilt for choice! The thing I love the most, apart from bold flavors and the smokey fragrance of a sizzling wok, is how most of these dishes are chock-a-block full of colorful, crispy vegetables.
It is nice, however, to be able to replicate the textures and flavors, minus some additives, and with your choice of oils. This recipe gets even easier if you have the easy homemade All-Purpose Chinese Stir-Fry Sauce on hand. This recipe is fast and easy, and so much cheaper and healthier than take-away.
Chinese Beef And Broccoli Stir-Fry is the perfect combination of protein and vegetables, making it a healthy and delicious meal that is sure to become a regular feature in your weekly meal planning.
Reasons to love this Beef And Broccoli Stir-Fry
Here are some reasons why you might love this classic Chinese Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry dish:
The texture: Tender, succulent beef slices make for the perfect key ingredient. Get the guide to choosing the right cuts of beef for stir-frying, and the restaurants’ secrets to tenderizing beef for stir-fries.
The Flavors: It’s all in the sauce. Just a handful of staple Chinese ingredients come together to make this no-cook, easy sauce full of deep umami flavors.
Healthy: With a combination of protein and vegetables, this stir-fry can be had by itself or with cauliflower rice for a low-carb option, or combined with rice.
Quick And Easy: This stir-fry comes together in under 30 minutes, which makes it a great option for busy weeknights.
Versatile: You can customize this dish by using different cuts of beef, chicken, lamb, and vegetables. Just follow the order of the stir-fry and dinner is ready in no time.
Perfect For Entertaining: The beef stays tender after cooking, which makes it a wonderful addition to dinner parties and potlucks. The umami flavor with crispy vegetables makes it a big crowd-pleaser.
INGREDIENT LIST
Beef: Some of the most common beef cuts that are suitable for stir-frying are rump, sirloin, flank, rib eye, and skirt.
Ginger & Garlic: Ginger and garlic add a wonderful aroma to your stir-fry.
Oil: Pick a neutral-smelling variety like peanut oil, canola oil, vegetable oil, grapeseed oil, etc.
Corn Flour & Water: Corn flour helps with thickening the sauce, and giving the beef a nice and glossy glaze. Add water to corn flour to help break the lumps and make a smooth slurry.
Red Chillies: Use dried or fresh red chilies for a slight heat. You can also omit this completely to keep the dish completely mild.
Stir-Fry Sauce: This is simply a mixture of oyster sauce, soy sauce, Chinese cooking wine (Xiao Xing), white pepper powder, and black vinegar (optional). Or make and keep our easy All Purpose Chinese Stir Fry Sauce at hand for busy evenings.
Step-By-Step Process to make Chinese Beef And Broccoli Stir Fry
Beef should brown quickly
How To Make Chinese Beef And Broccoli Stir Fry
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Make Stir Fry Sauce
- In a small bowl, mix together oyster sauce, soy sauce, Chinese cooking wine, sesame oil. Prepare corn flour slurry by mixing water and corn flour. Stir well.
Prepare Beef
- Slice beef into thin slices (about 1/8 inch). Cut against the grain. See sketch.
Marinate Beef
Add 2 Tablespoons of stir-fry sauce and one teaspoon of corn flour slurry to the sliced beef, and let it marinate for 10-15 minutes.
Note: If the beef is from tougher cuts of meat like chuck steak, see this post for tenderizing.
Stir Fry
- Heat a large wok or skillet over high heat and add 1 tablespoon of oil.
- Add sliced beef to the wok and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, or until browned. Remove beef from the wok and set aside.
- In the same wok, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil and the minced garlic. Stir-fry for 30 seconds.
- When the ginger and garlic are fried, add the stir fry sauce, and the corn flour slurry.
- SImmer till the sauce thickens.
- Add the beef and broccoli into the wok and stir to combine.
- Serve the beef and broccoli stir-fry with steamed rice or cauliflower rice.
Variations Of Chinese Beef And Broccoli Stir Fry
You can substiture beef with lamb or chicken for an equally delicious stir-fry. For an vegan option, substitute beef with tofu or soy nuggets.
If you like more vegetables, add sliced carrots, snow peas, bok choy, zucchini, red onions, and other stir-fry vegetables to the mix.
Some Useful Tips
Wok Heating: Wait till the wok is well heated and the oil is almost smoking. To test the temperature, touch the oil with tip of a chopstick or wooden spoon. If the wood sizzles, your oil is hot enough for stir-frying.
Tenderizing Beef: Marinate tough cuts of beef with 1/8th teaspoon of baking soda and two tablespoons of water. AFter 25-30 minutes, rinse well and use.
Blanch Broccoli: Since stir-fry is quick cooking menthod, it is preferable to blanch broccoli in boiling water for a minute before adding to the wok. To blanch broccoli ahead of time, see this simple method.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chinese Beef And Broccoli Stir Fry
When selecting beef for stir-frying, look for cuts that are well-marbled, as this will help keep the meat moist and tender during cooking. Eg: rump, sirloin, flank, rib eye, and skirt. Remember, fat equals flavor and tenderness.
Tougher cuts or those with less fat, are less suitable for stir-frying. eg Shanks, rounds, shoulders, brisket, and chuck are unsuitable for stir-frying.
Unless you are using really expensive cuts like wagyu, Kobe sirloin, or tenderloin, it is a great idea to tenderize the beef before frying.
Yes, substitute soy sauce with tamari or other gluten-free option of your choice.
In The Fridge: Your stir-fry will last in the fridge for 2 days, after which the broccoli may start getting soggy.
In The Freezer: You can pack this in freezer-friendly container, label it, and store for about 2 months.
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Chinese Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 Pound Beef Steak (1 pound = 400 g) See notes
- 2 Cups Broccoli Florets Washed and blanched- See Note 3
Stir Fry Sauce
- 4 Tablespoons Oyster Sauce
- 4 Tablespoons Water
- 1 Tablespoon Soy Sauce
- 1 Tablespoon Chinese Cooking Wine Optional
- 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil
For The Stir Fry
- 2 Tablespoons Cooking Oil
- 2 Tablespoons Ginger Minced
- 2 Tablespoons Garlic Minced
- 2 Whole Dried Red Chillies As per taste
- 1 cup Stock Chicken or Beef
- 1/2 teaspoon White Pepper Powder
- Salt to taste – see note 1
Instructions
Make Stir Fry Sauce
- In a small bowl, mix together oyster sauce, soy sauce, Chinese cooking wine, and sesame oil. water, and corn flour. Stir well.
- Make a cornflower slurry by mixing cornflour with water.
Prepare Beef
- Slice beef into thin slices (about 1/8 inch). Cut against the grain. See sketch.
- Add 2 Tablespoons of stir-fry sauce, and 1 teaspoon of cornflour slurry to the sliced beef, and let it marinate for 10-15 minutes. See note #2
Stir Fry
- Heat a large wok or skillet over high heat and add 1 tablespoon of oil.
- Add sliced beef to the wok and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, or until browned. Remove beef from the wok and set aside.
- In the same wok, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil and the minced garlic. Stir-fry for 30 seconds.
- Pour the stir-fry sauce and cornflour slurry and simmer till thickened.
- Add the beef back into the wok and stir to combine.
- Add broccoli and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
- Serve the beef and broccoli stir-fry with steamed rice or cauliflower rice.
Notes
Nutrition
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Loved all the flavors in this stir fry!
I love making stir-fries and this one tasted so authentic and so good! I served it with brown rice and it was a hearty and tasty meal!
Tried this with some shaved steak I had on hand it was perfect, so tasty and easy to throw together on a weeknight.
The easiest weeknight dinner! I love the dried chilis in there, gives it such flavor.
We really love this one and will be making again. Thanks for the tip about blanching the broccoli before adding. Not something I heard of but worked well!