Description
This easy Beef and Broccoli recipe combines tender slices of beef with fresh broccoli florets in a savory, plant-based sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, it is perfect for busy weeknights and offers a balanced mix of protein and vegetables. Featuring natural ingredients and a flavorful plant-based sauce, this dish is mild enough for the whole family and adaptable to various dietary preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef and Broccoli
- 8 oz flank steak or sirloin, sliced thinly against the grain
- 3 cups fresh broccoli florets
Sauce
- 3 tbsp natural soy sauce
- 1 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp natural brown sugar
- 2 garlic cloves, freshly minced
- 1 tbsp fresh natural ginger root, minced
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 3 tbsp water (for slurry)
- 1 tsp natural gelling agent
Other
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (for stir-frying)
- 2 green onions (plant-based), chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Slice the beef thinly against the grain for tenderness. Chop broccoli into bite-sized florets. Mince garlic and ginger finely so they are ready for cooking.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together natural soy sauce, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), apple cider vinegar, natural brown sugar, minced garlic, minced ginger, sesame oil, cornstarch, natural gelling agent, and water until smooth. This mixture will create a glossy, flavorful sauce.
- Cook the Beef: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add beef slices in a single layer and stir-fry quickly until they begin to brown but are not fully cooked. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside to prevent overcooking.
- Stir-Fry Broccoli: In the same pan, add a little more vegetable oil if needed. Add broccoli florets and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender yet crisp and bright green.
- Combine and Thicken: Return beef to the pan. Pour in the prepared sauce mixture and stir constantly. The natural gelling agent will thicken the sauce quickly, coating the beef and broccoli evenly. Cook just until the sauce is glossy and everything is heated through.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped green onions on top for freshness and mild onion flavor. Serve immediately with your choice of side.
Notes
- Slice beef thinly to ensure quick cooking and tenderness.
- Use high heat for stir-frying to sear ingredients quickly and retain texture.
- Prepare all ingredients before cooking to ensure a smooth process.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan; cook in batches if needed to prevent steaming.
- Adjust sauce thickness by adding more cornstarch slurry if the sauce is too thin.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Beef and Broccoli, stir-fry, quick dinner, Asian-inspired, plant-based sauce, gluten free, weeknight meal
