Stir-fried beef with broccoli is classic Cantonese cuisine adapted to Western restaurants. The wok technique over high heat preserves the green color of the broccoli and the juiciness of the meat. It is one of the most popular Chinese dishes outside Asia for its balance and speed.
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Ternera salteada con brocoli
Stir-fried beef with broccoli from China: traditional step-by-step recipe, with chef tips and clear timings.
- China
- MAIN COURSES
- Light
- High protein
- Low fat
- easy
15 min
Tiempo de Preparación
4
Servings
Nutrición por ración
- Calories 285 kcal
- Protein 30 g
- Fiber 4 g
- Carbohydrates 12 g
- Fat 12 g
- Sodium 820 mg
Story behind the dish
Preparation
Stir-fried beef with broccoli is a Chinese preparation with easy difficulty. Reserve about 27 minutes in total (15 for mise en place and preparation, 12 for cooking). Follow the 6 phases in order: each step indicates what to do, what to observe and, when applicable, the time or level of fire.
Before you start
- Have ready: 400 g thinly sliced beef (flank).
- Have ready: 400 g of broccoli in florets.
- Have ready: 3 sliced cloves of garlic.
- Have ready: 2 tablespoons of soy sauce.
- Have ready: 1 tablespoon oyster sauce.
- Salt, oil and spices measured and within reach.
- Clean utensils, board and clear work surface.
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Marinate the beef with 1 tablespoon of soy
Marinate the beef with 1 tablespoon of soy, cornstarch and ginger for 15 minutes. Resting time is not optional: it improves texture, hydrates fibers and balances flavors.
Resting time is not optional: it improves texture, hydrates fibers and balances flavors
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Blanch the broccoli in boiling water for 2 minutes
Blanch the broccoli in boiling water for 2 minutes, refresh in cold water. When it comes to a boil, adjust the heat to maintain a constant bubbling, not an uncontrolled boil.
When it comes to a boil, adjust the heat to maintain a constant bubbling, not an uncontrolled boil.
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Heat wok over high heat with sesame oil.
Heat wok over high heat with sesame oil, sauté the beef for 2 minutes, set aside. Work in batches if skillet is full; too much load generates steam and cooks instead of sautéing.
Work in batches if skillet is full; too much load generates steam and cooks instead of sautéing
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Quick garlic sauté
Quick sauté garlic, add broccoli and broth, cook 2 minutes.
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Return the beef with soy
Return the beef with soy, oyster sauce and sugar, sauté for 2 minutes. Work in batches if skillet is full; too much load generates steam and cooks instead of sautéing.
Work in batches if skillet is full; too much load generates steam and cooks instead of sautéing
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Serve with chives and white pepper over jasmine rice
Serve with chives and white pepper over jasmine rice.
Chef's tips
- Test for salt and doneness before serving; the last adjustment makes the difference.
- Use fresh and seasonal ingredients: the quality of the product is noticeable in the final result.
Variations
- Vegetarian version replacing the meat with sautéed mushrooms or cooked legumes.
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