Restaurant-Style Beef and Broccoli

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound flank steak, sliced thinly against the grain
• 1 pound broccoli florets
• 1/2 cup beef broth
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• Green onions and sesame seeds for garnish (optional)

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

10-12 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat.
2. Add the beef and cook until browned on all sides.
3. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside.
4. Add the broccoli to the pan and cook until tender-crisp, about 5 minutes.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the beef broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, water, ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes (if using).
6. Return the beef to the pan and pour in the sauce.
7. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the sauce thickens and the beef is cooked through, about 5 more minutes.
8. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.

Nutritional Information:

(Per serving, without garnish)

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 25 grams
• Carbohydrates: 20 grams
• Fat: 10 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Tender and flavorful beef
• Crispy-tender broccoli
• Savory and slightly sweet sauce
• Aromatic and flavorful with ginger and garlic

User Comments:

• "This dish is restaurant-quality! The beef is melt-in-your-mouth tender, and the broccoli is cooked perfectly."
• "The sauce is addictive! It's a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and umami."
• "This recipe is so easy to make, but it tastes like it took hours to prepare."
• "I love that I can easily find all the ingredients at my local supermarket."
• "This dish is a crowd-pleaser! My guests raved about it."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• To make sure the beef is tender, slice it thinly against the grain.
• Do not overcook the broccoli, or it will lose its vibrant color and crunchy texture.
• If you don't have cornstarch, you can use all-purpose flour instead.
• If you like a spicier dish, add more red pepper flakes to the sauce.