Chinese Beef & Broccoli

Prep Steps

• 1 lb New York strip steak, thinly (1/4 inch) across the grain {do:slice}
• 1 clove garlic {do:mince}
• 1 tsp fresh ginger {do:grate}

Slice & Marinate

In a bowl, stir together...

• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp Chinese cooking wine{tip:Also sold as Shaoxing wine. Dry sherry works in a pinch.}
• 1/4 tsp Chinese five spice powder
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1/8 tsp black pepper

Add and toss to coat, then marinate at least 10 minutes...

• 1 lb New York strip steak, thinly sliced across the grain

Steam the Broccoli

Steam in the microwave or a covered saucepan until firm-tender, then set aside...

• 4 cups bite-size broccoli florets

Stir Fry

In a large skillet over high heat, heat...

• 1 tbsp vegetable oil

Lift the beef from the marinade, keeping the marinade, and brown for 1 minute. Add and stir fry until the beef is no longer red...

• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated

Finish the Sauce

Pour in and stir to scrape up the browned bits...

• 1 cup water

Stir in the reserved marinade. When the sauce is bubbly, add the broccoli and simmer 1 minute more, until thick and glossy. Serve right away over rice.