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Broccoli Beef Stir Fry

Broccoli Beef Stir Fry

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I remember the first time I heard someone mention that Chinese food was unhealthy. I was confused because at that point in time, most Chinese meals I’ve had were healthier than your average American dish. An average homecooked meal for me consisted of meat, veggie, and seafood. An abundance of good nutrition! This Broccoli with Beef Stir Fry is one of the examples!

Later on, I learned what American Chinese food or takeout was like, and I could see why people would get the idea. MSG, lots of grease, a lot of breading (ex: General Tso’s Chicken – tho I’m sure there’s a delicious healthy version out there too…).

I guess my point is if you are having trouble eating a healthy diet because you miss eating Chinese takeout? No worries! Make your own healthy version at home!

By the way, Broccoli is super healthy for you! Just 100 grams of broccoli will give you over 150% of your recommended daily intake of Vitamin C! Besides that, it is also high in vitamin A, iron, vitamin K, B-complex vitamins, zinc, phosphorus and phyto-nutrients.

Broccoli Beef Stir Fry

What kind of beef to use for stir fry

For stir frying, tender beef cuts such as sirloin, ribeye, tri tip, top loin, tenderloin, and flat iron all work very well. Just make sure to cut the beef in to strips or smaller and equal sizes for even cooking!

In this recipe, I used ribeye this round (as pictured), but I do switch it up occasionally, so you may want to try all different types and see what is your favorite!

How to make Broccoli Beef Stir Fry

First, gather your ingredients:

  • 1 pound beef, sliced
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 4-5 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp of cooking oil/fat
  • 8 oz of broccoli florets – you can buy those packages of already cut florets, or you can buy broccoli and cut in to florets yourself!
  • Sea salt, to taste

Cut and wash your broccoli, and slice your beef.

Combine soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, and sugar and beef in a large bowl or zip lock bag. If you are about to cook it, let it marinade at the very least 15-30 minutes. If you are making this ahead, cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes before cooking.

In a large wok or cooking pan, add cooking oil and heat on high heat. Add beef and garlic and stir fry until mostly browned. Remove from heat and set aside.

Add some additional oil if the pan is too dry. Add broccoli florets and stir occasionally until the broccoli is tender but still crunchy. This takes about 3 – 5 minutes usually. If not, you may consider adding a little water and covering to help it cook faster (basically works on steaming).

Add the beef back to the wok/pan, add salt to taste, and stir fry for just on more minute and transfer to plate.

Serve! I recommend with some rice 🙂

Broccoli Beef Stir Fry

Broccoli Beef Stir Fry

Broccoli Beef Stir Fry

Broccoli Beef Stir Fry

Broccoli Beef Stir Fry

This Broccoli Beef Stir Fry is delicious and easy to make! Marinated tender sliced beef stir fried with crunch broccoli and crushed garlic.

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 pound beef, sliced
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 4-5 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp of cooking oil/fat
  • 8 oz of broccoli florets
  • Sea salt, to taste

Instructions

    1. Cut and wash your broccoli, and slice your beef.
    2. Combine soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, and sugar and beef in a large bowl or zip lock bag. If you are about to cook it, let it marinade at the very least 15-30 minutes. If you are making this ahead, cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes before cooking.
    3. In a large wok or cooking pan, add cooking oil and heat on high heat. Add beef and garlic and stir fry until mostly browned. Remove from heat and set aside.
    4. Add some additional oil if the pan is too dry. Add broccoli florets and stir occasionally until the broccoli is tender but still crunchy. This takes about 3 - 5 minutes usually. If not, you may consider adding a little water and covering to help it cook faster (basically works on steaming).
    5. Add the beef back to the wok/pan, add salt to taste, and stir fry for just on more minute and transfer to plate.
    6. Serve! I recommend with some rice 🙂

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

4

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 394Total Fat: 26gSaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 99mgSodium: 569mgCarbohydrates: 8gFiber: 2gSugar: 1gProtein: 32g

The nutrition information for this recipe is an approximate total per serving. Please double check the nutrition information for your exact ingredients and brands for more precise nutrition information.

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jennifer

Friday 3rd of July 2020

this looks delicious! I always blanch my broccoli because, while I love it, it doesn't love me back -and this makes it easier to digest for me.

tinatsai

Wednesday 8th of July 2020

Oh! That's a good point - I didn't even think of that.

Donny

Thursday 2nd of July 2020

Loving how simple this is. I can definitely add this to my weeknight dinner routine.

Yang

Wednesday 1st of July 2020

Perfect quick dinner recipe to please everyone in the family. Definitely blanching the broccoli for me!

tinatsai

Wednesday 8th of July 2020

I blanch vs. not blanch depending on how lazy I feel that day haha :)

Jean Choi

Monday 29th of June 2020

Never getting takeout broccoli beef again. This is so flavorful!

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