🥦🥩 Stir-fried Broccoli with Beef - Hong Kong-style high-fiber, high-protein, all-purpose dish

Editor's Preface

Stir-fried beef with broccoli is undoubtedly one of the most beloved dishes in Hong Kong! The beef is tender, the broccoli is crisp, and the ginger and garlic are sautéed for a fragrant, vibrant flavor. Why is it so classic? First, the ingredients are readily available. Second, it's a quick source of protein and fiber, and it's a healthy option for the whole family. Let's share our tips and tricks to make it with confidence next time you cook!

Ingredients preparation

• 200g beef (sirloin/shoulder/tenderloin is best), sliced

• 1 broccoli

• Half a carrot (thinly sliced, optional, adds color and is healthy)

• 2 cloves of garlic

• 2 slices of ginger

• 1.5 tablespoons light soy sauce

• 0.5 tablespoon dark soy sauce

• 1/2 teaspoon sugar

• Pepper to taste

• 1 teaspoon cornstarch

• Oil (for marinating beef and cooking) 2–3 tablespoons

• 0.5 tablespoon sesame oil

• 40–50ml water/broth

Detailed steps

🥩 1. The secret to making marinated beef "slippery"

• Cut the beef into thin slices, add 1 tablespoon of light soy sauce, sugar, pepper, cornstarch, half a tablespoon of oil and a few drops of sesame oil, mix well and massage for about 5 minutes, let it sit for 15-30 minutes to absorb the flavor.

• Corn starch is the key to "locking in moisture", making the beef slippery after steaming and stir-frying!

• Editor’s tip: Beef should be cut against the grain to prevent it from becoming tough.

🥦 2. Blanch broccoli to keep it green

• Cut the broccoli into small pieces and soak them in salt water for 5 minutes to remove the insects.

• Bring water to a boil, add 1/2 teaspoon salt and a little oil, add broccoli and carrot slices, blanch for 1 minute, then drain.

• Rinse with cold water immediately to fix the color, and the color will be tender and crisp after perming!

🧄 3. Pre-fry the spices

• Slice the ginger and garlic and set aside.

• You can add a small amount of scallion or chili rings (if you like it slightly spicy, you can try it).

🍳 4. Stir-frying process

• Heat oil in a frying pan over high heat, add ginger and garlic and sauté until fragrant.

• First, quickly add the beef and stir-fry until it just changes color. Do not overcook it (about 70% done). Set aside.

• Add more oil and stir-fry broccoli and carrots to enhance the aroma. If it is too dry, add a little broth/water.

• Add beef slices back into the wok and stir-fry over high heat for 10–20 seconds.

• Add the remaining light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, a small amount of sugar, and sesame oil, and mix well to blend the flavors.

• Taste to see if salt or sugar is needed, then cook over high heat until the sauce thickens.

🥢 5. Beautiful presentation + Titian

• Mix well and serve immediately. Sprinkle with some white sesame seeds, chopped green onions, and a little black pepper (for flavor and color).

Editor's Tips

• To make the beef tender: Do not fry it too long, turn off the heat when it changes color, otherwise it will become greasy.

• Blanching tips: Adding salt and oil can make the broccoli green and refreshing.

• If you like thicker texture, you can add water starch (mix cornstarch and water, then add a small amount to thicken the sauce).

• Beef can be replaced with chicken breast/pork fillet/crab fillet, the variations are endless.

Eating experience 🥰

Each piece of beef is incredibly smooth and juicy, while the broccoli is crispy and green, creating a vibrant and flavorful dish. It's a perfect accompaniment to rice, yet not too greasy. Even the kids love it!

summary

Stir-fried broccoli with beef is the perfect combination of health and flavor. As long as the ingredients are selected carefully and the heat is perfect, it will always be cooked to restaurant-quality standards! If you don't feel like going out for tea tonight, just fire up the stove and become a master chef. Let's enjoy this delicious and nutritious full-mark home-cooked dish together~🥦🥩🍚