Hoisin Beef and Broccoli Recipe
Tender beef, fresh broccoli, and a bold hoisin sauce come together in this easy, flavor-packed stir-fry.
Ingredients
For the Beef:
- 1 lb flank steak thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon baking soda for tenderness
For the Hoisin Sauce:
- ¼ cup hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon ginger grated
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
For the Stir-Fry:
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- ¼ cup water
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds optional
Instructions
- Marinate the beef: Toss steak with soy sauce, cornstarch, and baking soda. Let it sit for 10 minutes.
- Make the sauce: Whisk together hoisin, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic.
- Blanch the broccoli: Boil for 1 minute, then rinse under cold water.
- Sear the beef: Heat oil in a wok. Cook beef for 2 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Cook the sauce: Pour hoisin mixture into the pan. Simmer for 1 minute.
- Combine everything: Add beef and broccoli to the pan. Stir to coat.
- Thicken the sauce: Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook until glossy.
- Serve hot: Sprinkle with sesame seeds and enjoy with rice.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 360
- Total Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
Vitamin & Mineral Content (Per Serving)
- Iron: 18%
- Vitamin C: 20%
- Calcium: 10%
- Potassium: 15%
- Vitamin B12: 14%
Flavor-Boosting Tips
- Slice the beef against the grain for ultimate tenderness.
- Toasted sesame seeds add a nutty crunch.
- Let the sauce thicken properly—don’t rush perfection.
- Extra sauce? Drizzle it over everything. Seriously.
- Add more red pepper flakes if you like spice.