What is Easy Chinese beef and broccoli sauce made of?

It’s a mix of soy sauce, oyster sauce, Shaoxing wine, sugar, and chicken broth thickened with cornstarch. The combination gives the dish its savory-sweet, glossy finish.

How do Chinese get beef so tender?

The secret lies in the marinade baking soda and cornstarch help tenderize the meat. Marinating for at least 15 minutes ensures a silky texture once cooked.

Is beef and broccoli Chinese or American?

It’s a Chinese-American creation inspired by Cantonese stir-fries. The technique and flavors come from Chinese cuisine, but the dish itself was popularized in the U.S.

What type of beef is beef and broccoli?

Flank steak is most common, but sirloin, skirt steak, or tenderloin work too. The key is slicing it thinly against the grain for tenderness.

Easy Chinese Beef and Broccoli | Quick & Delicious Dinner

Name: Chinese Beef and Broccoli | Quick & Delicious Dinner
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Chinese-American
Ingredients: 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain; 1 tsp baking soda; 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine; 1 tbsp light soy sauce; 1 tbsp oyster sauce; ¼ tsp white pepper; 2 tbsp water; 1 tbsp cornstarch; 1 ½ tbsp oyster sauce (for sauce); 2 tbsp light soy sauce (for sauce); 2 tbsp dark soy sauce; 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine (for sauce); 1 tbsp granulated sugar; ½ cup low sodium chicken broth; ½ tbsp cornstarch (for sauce); 1 lb broccoli, cut into bite-sized pieces; 5 garlic cloves, minced; ½ tbsp ginger, minced; 1 tsp toasted sesame oil

Description

A quick, flavorful Chinese stir-fry featuring tender slices of beef, crisp broccoli florets, and a rich, umami-packed sauce. This 15-minute dinner brings takeout-style flavor home.

Ingredients

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1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain

1 tsp baking soda

1 tbsp Shaoxing wine

1 tbsp light soy sauce

1 tbsp oyster sauce

¼ tsp white pepper

2 tbsp water

1 tbsp cornstarch

1 ½ tbsp oyster sauce (for sauce)

2 tbsp light soy sauce (for sauce)

2 tbsp dark soy sauce

1 tbsp Shaoxing wine (for sauce)

1 tbsp granulated sugar

½ cup low sodium chicken broth

½ tbsp cornstarch (for sauce)

1 lb broccoli, cut into bite-sized pieces

5 garlic cloves, minced

½ tbsp ginger, minced

1 tsp toasted sesame oil

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Instructions

1. Mix beef with baking soda, soy sauce, oyster sauce, Shaoxing wine, white pepper, water, and cornstarch. Let marinate at least 15 minutes.

2. Combine all sauce ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.

3. Boil broccoli in salted water for 1–2 minutes, then drain.

4. Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Sear beef in a single layer for 30 seconds per side, then remove.

5. Add more oil, then sauté garlic and ginger for 30 seconds. Add broccoli and cook for 1 minute.

6. Return beef to pan, pour in sauce, and stir-fry 1–2 minutes until thickened.

7. Turn off heat, drizzle with sesame oil, and mix to coat evenly.

Notes

For easy slicing, partially freeze the beef for 1 hour.

Cut steak against the grain into thin slices, about ¼ inch thick.

Marinate beef for at least 15 minutes or up to 24 hours.

Ensure the wok is very hot before searing beef for best texture.

Have all ingredients prepped before starting to cook, as the process moves quickly.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stir-Fry
Cuisine: Chinese-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 355
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 2373mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 41g
Cholesterol: 91mg