Beef & Broccoli Fast Food Style

Ingredients

In this fast food adaptation, we have made a few modifications to the traditional Chinese Beef & Broccoli dish. The cooking process has been simplified for quick preparation, and the sauce has been adjusted to suit the fast food style. However, the essence of the original flavors remains intact. We alse have the original recipe for Beef & Broccoli, so you can check it out.

• 500g (1.1 lb) beef, thinly sliced 500g (1.1 lb) beef, thinly sliced
• 2 cups (470ml) broccoli florets 2 cups (470ml) broccoli florets
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup (60ml) soy sauce 1/4 cup (60ml) soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup (60ml) water 1/4 cup (60ml) water
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 15g, 4g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 15g, 6g
• Protein: 35g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
2. 2.
   Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. 3.
   Add the sliced beef to the skillet and cook until browned, stirring occasionally.
4. 4.
   In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, black pepper, water, and cornstarch.
5. 5.
   Pour the sauce mixture over the beef in the skillet and stir well to coat.
6. 6.
   Add the broccoli florets to the skillet and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the broccoli is tender-crisp.
7. 7.
   Serve the Beef & Broccoli stir-fry hot with steamed rice or noodles.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Beef — For a tender and juicy result, slice the beef against the grain.
• Broccoli — To retain its vibrant green color and crispness, blanch the broccoli in boiling water for 1 minute before adding it to the stir-fry.

Tips & Tricks

• For a spicier kick, add a dash of chili flakes or a drizzle of sriracha sauce to the stir-fry.
• Customize your fast food experience by adding your favorite vegetables such as bell peppers or mushrooms.
• To save time, you can use pre-cut beef strips and pre-washed broccoli florets.
• If you prefer a thicker sauce, increase the amount of cornstarch in the recipe.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Serving advice

Serve the Beef & Broccoli stir-fry hot over a bed of steamed rice or noodles. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions for an extra touch of flavor and presentation.

Presentation advice

For an appealing presentation, arrange the beef slices and broccoli florets on a platter, drizzle the sauce over the top, and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve with a side of steamed rice or noodles.