Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry

Ingredients

• 450 gBeef
• 450 gBroccoli
• 2 tbspRapeseed oil
• 20 mlSoy sauce
• 2 tbspOyster sauce
• 10 mlRice wine
• 60 mlChicken broth
• 1.5 tspCornstarch
• 2 pcsGarlic
• 15 mlWater
• 0.13 tspPepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Marinate the beef

   • Stir together soy sauce, rice wine, 1/2 tsp cornstarch and black pepper in a bowl.
   • Slice the sirloin thinly against the grain, add to the marinade and toss to coat.
   • Let stand for 10 minutes.
2. 2

   Prepare the sauce

   • Whisk together oyster sauce, rice wine, soy sauce and chicken stock in a small bowl.
   • Set aside.
3. 3

   Blanch or steam the broccoli

   • Bring a pot of water to a boil.
   • Cook broccoli florets about 2 minutes until crisp-tender, then drain well or shock in cold water and drain.
   • Set aside.
4. 4

   Stir-fry and finish

   • Heat a wok or large frying pan over high heat until a bead of water sizzles and evaporates.
   • Add the oil and swirl to coat.
   • Add the marinated beef in a single layer and let fry undisturbed for 1 minute, then flip the slices.
   • Add the minced garlic and stir-fry 30–60 seconds until the beef is nearly cooked.
   • Pour in the sauce. Mix cornstarch and water, add the slurry and stir until the sauce boils and thickens (about 30 seconds).
   • Stir in the broccoli, heat through and serve immediately.
5. 5

   Serve

   • Serve hot, traditionally with steamed rice.
   • Optional: sprinkle sesame seeds or sliced spring onions.