Sweet and Sour Beef with Broccoli
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this Sweet and Sour Beef with Broccoli—an irresistible combination of tender, marinated beef, crisp broccoli florets, and vibrant red bell peppers smothered in a glossy, tangy-sweet sauce. Bursting with bold flavors from soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and a touch of brown sugar, this dish is balanced by the perfect amount of zing from rice vinegar and ketchup. Blanching the broccoli ensures it stays perfectly crisp-tender, while stir-frying the beef guarantees juicy and caramelized bites. Finished with a garnish of sesame seeds and green onion, this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 40 minutes and pairs beautifully with steamed rice or noodles. Ideal for family dinners or meal prep, this sweet-and-sour stir-fry is as satisfying as it is flavorful!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Beef (flank or sirloin steak, thinly sliced)
- 300 grams Broccoli florets
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated)
- 1 Red bell pepper (sliced)
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Ketchup
- 4 tablespoons Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes (optional, for spice)
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (for garnish)
- 2 stalks Green onion (sliced, for garnish)
Instructions
In a bowl, combine the sliced beef with 2 tablespoons of soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Mix well to coat the beef and let marinate for 15 minutes.
While the beef marinates, blanch the broccoli florets in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Drain and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, ketchup, water, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Set the sauce aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated beef in batches, spreading it into a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned and no longer pink. Remove and set aside.
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet. Toss in the minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the red bell pepper slices to the skillet and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
Return the cooked beef to the skillet and pour in the prepared sweet-and-sour sauce. Stir to coat evenly.
Add the blanched broccoli to the skillet and stir everything together. Allow the sauce to thicken for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
If desired, sprinkle in the red chili flakes for a slight kick of spice.
Transfer to a serving plate and garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onion.
Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1548 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 81.2 g | 104% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.4 g | 122% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 350 mg | 117% | |
| Sodium | 2233 mg | 97% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.8 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.9 g | ||
| Protein | 138.8 g | 278% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 343 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 18.7 mg | 104% | |
| Potassium | 2196 mg | 47% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
