Description
This quick and flavorful Beef and Broccoli recipe combines tender lean beef slices with crisp broccoli florets and a savory vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) glaze. Ready in under 30 minutes, it balances rich umami flavors with fresh vegetables to create a nutritious, satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
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Beef and Marinade
- 300g thinly sliced lean beef sirloin
- 2 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (natural)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp freshly grated ginger root
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp brown sugar (natural)
Vegetables
- 300g fresh broccoli florets
Sauce
- 2 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (natural)
- 1 tbsp brown sugar (natural)
- 3 tbsp water or broth
- 1 tsp cornstarch
Other
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Prep and Marinate the Beef: Slice the beef sirloin thinly against the grain for tenderness. In a bowl, combine half of the vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), soy sauce (natural), minced garlic, grated ginger, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar (natural). Add the beef slices and marinate for at least 10 minutes.
- Prepare the Broccoli: Wash and chop broccoli into bite-sized florets. Blanch in boiling water for 1 minute to maintain color and crunch, then drain and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In a bowl, mix the remaining vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), soy sauce (natural), brown sugar (natural), and water or broth. Stir in cornstarch until well combined to create a sauce that will thicken when heated.
- Stir-Fry Beef and Broccoli: Heat vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Stir-fry the marinated beef until browned but tender. Remove beef and set aside. Add garlic and ginger to the pan and cook briefly to release aroma. Add broccoli florets and stir-fry for about 2 minutes.
- Combine and Finish: Return beef to the pan. Pour the prepared sauce over the beef and broccoli, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients. Cook for an additional minute to blend flavors before serving.
Notes
- Slice beef thinly for quick cooking and tenderness.
- Cook in batches to avoid overcrowding and achieve proper searing.
- Blanch broccoli briefly to keep it crisp and vibrant.
- Use fresh garlic and ginger for vibrant flavor.
- If sauce is too thin during cooking, add a little extra cornstarch mixed with water.
- Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freeze cooked dish up to 2 months; blanch broccoli slightly less before freezing.
- Reheat gently with a splash of water to loosen thickened sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Beef and Broccoli, Quick Dinner, Stir-Fry, Healthy Meal, Vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), Gluten Free
