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Crispy Better Than Takeout Beef and Broccoli Recipe Easy at Home

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A quick and easy homemade beef and broccoli recipe featuring crispy beef with a golden crust and tender broccoli, balanced with a savory-sweet sauce. Perfect for a comforting dinner that beats takeout.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
  • ½ cup cornstarch (60 g)
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil or canola oil
  • ¼ cup soy sauce (60 ml), low-sodium recommended
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce (30 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar (15 g)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced (optional)
  • ¼ cup beef broth or water (60 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil (5 ml)
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 4 cups broccoli florets (300 g), fresh preferred
  • 2 green onions, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Trim any excess fat and slice the flank steak thinly against the grain into strips about ¼ inch (6 mm) thick. If the meat is too soft to slice thinly, freeze for 15 minutes to firm up.
  2. Place the beef strips in a bowl and sprinkle with cornstarch. Toss well to coat every piece lightly but thoroughly. Let sit for 5 minutes to help the coating stick.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, ginger (if using), beef broth, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add broccoli florets and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until bright green and just tender but still crisp. Remove broccoli and set aside.
  5. Add remaining 2 tablespoons of oil to the pan and increase heat to high. Add half of the beef strips in a single layer without crowding. Let sear undisturbed for 1-2 minutes until edges turn golden and crispy. Flip and cook another 1-2 minutes. Remove cooked beef and repeat with remaining strips.
  6. Lower heat to medium, add the sauce to the pan and bring to a simmer. Let thicken slightly, about 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  7. Return beef and broccoli to the pan, toss well to coat in the sauce and warm through, about 1 minute.
  8. Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with chopped green onions if desired. Serve immediately with steamed jasmine or brown rice.

Notes

Pat beef dry before coating with cornstarch to ensure crispiness. Cook beef in small batches to avoid steaming and achieve a golden crust. Use high heat but watch carefully to prevent burning. If sauce thickens too much, add a splash of broth or water. For thicker sauce, mix 1 teaspoon cornstarch with cold water and stir in during simmer. Reheat leftovers in a skillet to maintain crispiness; avoid microwaving.

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Keywords: beef and broccoli, crispy beef, easy dinner, homemade Chinese food, quick stir-fry, weeknight meal, takeout copycat

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