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Szechuan Beef with Broccoli
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp Szechuan peppercorns
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- Sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup hoisin sauce, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp cornstarch, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Set aside.
- In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil over high heat. Add the sliced flank steak and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the remaining 1 tbsp of vegetable oil to the skillet. Stir in 3 cloves of minced garlic and 1 tbsp of Szechuan peppercorns. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the broccoli florets and sliced red bell pepper to the skillet. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Return the cooked beef to the skillet. Pour the prepared sauce over the beef and vegetables. Stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and vegetables.
- Drizzle 1 tsp of sesame oil over the stir-fry and toss to combine.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
- Serve the Szechuan beef with broccoli over steamed rice or noodles. Enjoy!
Szechuan Beef with Broccoli is a popular Chinese dish that originated in the Szechuan province of China. This dish is known for its bold and spicy flavors, thanks to the use of Szechuan peppercorns and chili peppers. The dish typically features tender slices of beef stir-fried with fresh broccoli and a savory, spicy sauce. The history of Szechuan Beef with Broccoli can be traced back to the skilled chefs of Szechuan, who perfected the art of balancing heat and flavor in their cuisine. Today, this dish can be found in Chinese restaurants around the world, with some of the best versions being served in Szechuan restaurants in China and in Szechuan-style eateries in the United States. To make the best Szechuan Beef with Broccoli, it's important to use high-quality beef, fresh broccoli, and authentic Szechuan peppercorns to achieve the dish's signature numbing and spicy taste. Some alternative methods for making this dish include using different types of protein such as chicken or tofu, and adjusting the level of spiciness to suit individual preferences.
30 min
4
380 calories
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