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A delicious serving of Better-Than-Takeout Beef With Broccoli featuring tender steak strips and crisp florets tossed in a savory ginger soy glaze.

Better-Than-Takeout Beef With Broccoli

Skip the delivery fees and enjoy restaurant-quality flavor at home with this 15-minute stir-fry. Featuring tenderized, velveted beef and crisp broccoli tossed in a savory, glossy umami glaze, this dish is the perfect solution for a hectic weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese-American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 tbsp water for steaming broccoli

Equipment

  • Wok or large non-stick skillet
  • Sharp chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Small bowl or jar for whisking sauce
  • Tongs or spatula
  • Measuring spoons
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the thinly sliced beef with the cornstarch, soy sauce, and baking soda. Massage the mixture thoroughly into the meat.
  2. Let the beef rest for at least 10 minutes to allow the velveting process to tenderize the fibers.
  3. While the beef rests, whisk together the beef broth, 1/4 cup soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a small bowl.
  4. Heat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil.
  5. Sear the beef in small batches to ensure a good crust, cooking until browned but not fully cooked through; remove and set aside on a plate.
  6. In the same pan, add the broccoli florets and a splash of water. Cover briefly to steam for 2-3 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender.
  7. Return the browned beef to the pan and pour in the prepared sauce mixture.
  8. Toss everything together over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes, allowing the sauce to bubble and thicken into a glossy glaze that coats the beef and broccoli.
  9. Serve immediately, ideally over a bed of steamed jasmine rice.

Notes

For the best texture, always slice your steak against the grain to ensure every bite is buttery soft. If you prefer a thicker sauce, stir in a slurry of 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 teaspoon water near the end of cooking. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently in a pan with a splash of water to prevent the sauce from breaking.