Save money and have a restaurant-worthy meal at home with this top-rated beef and broccoli recipe.
How to Make Beef and Broccoli
You'll find a detailed ingredient list and step-by-step instructions in the recipe below, but let's go over the basics:
Beef and Broccoli Ingredients
These are the ingredients you’ll need to make this restaurant-worthy beef and broccoli recipe at home:
- Sauces and oils: This beef and broccoli recipe calls for oyster sauce, sesame oil, and soy sauce.
- Sherry: Cooking sherry adds a sweet, nutty flavor to the beef and broccoli.
- Sugar: White sugar lends a hint of sweetness.
- Cornstarch: A teaspoon of cornstarch thickens the sauce.
- Beef: You’ll need a pound beef round steak, cut into strips.
- Vegetable oil: Use a neutral oil, such as vegetable oil.
- Ginger and garlic: Fresh ginger and fresh garlic add bold flavor.
- Broccoli: Of course, you’ll need broccoli florets! About a pound, to be exact.
How to Cook Beef and Broccoli
Here’s a brief overview of what you can expect when you make beef and broccoli at home:
- Make the marinade and marinate the beef.
- Cook the garlic and ginger in oil, then cook the broccoli. Remove from the wok.
- Add the beef and marinade to the wok, then cook until the meat is no longer pink.
- Return broccoli to the wok and stir until heated through.
How to Serve Beef and Broccoli
Serve the beef and broccoli over white or fried rice for a crowd-pleasing meal. Here are some more delicious dishes that will pair well with this recipe:
How to Store Beef and Broccoli
Store your leftover beef and broccoli in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days. Reheat on the stove or in the microwave.
Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise
“This tasty beef and broccoli is a family favorite now,” says one Allrecipes community member. “I like to prepare it on days when our schedules don't always allow us to eat together. It reheats well when each person is able to find time to eat and enjoy.”
“Best broccoli beef I have ever eaten,” raves ckochan. “I substitute apple cider vinegar for sherry.”
“This was really good,” according to another community member. “I added mushrooms, shredded carrots, and onions.”
Editorial contributions by Corey Williams
Ingredients
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⅓ cup oyster sauce
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⅓ cup sherry
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2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
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1 teaspoon soy sauce
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1 teaspoon white sugar
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1 teaspoon cornstarch
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¾ pound beef round steak, cut into 1/8-inch thick strips
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3 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more if needed
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1 thin slice of fresh ginger root
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1 clove garlic, peeled and smashed
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1 pound broccoli, cut into florets
Directions
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Gather all ingredients.
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Whisk oyster sauce, sherry, sesame oil, soy sauce, sugar, and cornstarch together in a bowl; stir until sugar has dissolved.
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Place steak in a shallow bowl. Pour oyster sauce mixture over meat and stir to coat; cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
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Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ginger and garlic; let sizzle for about 1 minute to flavor oil, then remove and discard.
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Stir in broccoli. Toss and stir until bright green and almost tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove broccoli from the wok and set aside.
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Add a little more oil to the wok, if needed, then add beef with marinade.
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Stir and toss until sauce thickens and turns shiny and meat is no longer pink, about 5 minutes.
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Return broccoli to the wok; stir until heated through, about 3 minutes.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
331 | Calories |
21g | Fat |
13g | Carbs |
22g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
Calories 331 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 21g | 27% |
Saturated Fat 5g | 26% |
Cholesterol 52mg | 17% |
Sodium 419mg | 18% |
Total Carbohydrate 13g | 5% |
Dietary Fiber 3g | 11% |
Total Sugars 3g | |
Protein 22g | 43% |
Vitamin C 102mg | 113% |
Calcium 61mg | 5% |
Iron 3mg | 15% |
Potassium 683mg | 15% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.