Chinese Beef and Broccoli (One Pan Take-Out)
A quick and flavorful take-out classic made at home with tender beef, crisp broccoli, and savory stir-fry sauce—all in one pan for easy cleanup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Chinese-American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
1 lb beef flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
2 tbsp vegetable oil, divided
3 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
2 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tbsp hoisin sauce
1 tbsp brown sugar
1/2 cup beef broth
1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water (for thickening)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Cooked rice, for serving
Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Prep the Beef: Slice the flank steak (or sirloin) thinly against the grain and season with salt and pepper.
Cook the Beef: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet or wok. Add the beef in a single layer and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until browned and cooked through. Remove the beef and set aside.
Cook the Broccoli: In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the broccoli florets and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp and bright green. If using frozen broccoli, cook longer until heated through.
Add Aromatics: Add the minced garlic and ginger to the skillet, stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, and beef broth. Pour the sauce over the broccoli and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Thicken the Sauce: Stir in the cornstarch-water mixture and cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce is thickened and glossy.
Combine Beef and Sauce: Return the beef to the skillet and stir to coat it in the sauce. Cook for 2 more minutes to combine and heat through.
Serve: Serve the Chinese Beef and Broccoli over cooked rice and garnish with sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
Variations: You can add more vegetables like bell peppers, snap peas, or mushrooms for extra flavor and nutrition.
Spicy Option: Add red pepper flakes or chili paste to the sauce if you prefer a spicy version.
Protein Options: You can use chicken, pork, or tofu as an alternative to beef.
Gluten-Free: Use tamari instead of soy sauce and ensure the oyster sauce and hoisin sauce are gluten-free.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in a pan or microwave, adding a splash of broth if the sauce thickens too much.
