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Black Pepper Beef and Broccoli

Easy Black Pepper Beef and Broccoli with a Bold, Savory Kick

This Black Pepper Beef and Broccoli recipe offers a bold kick with tender beef and crisp broccoli, ready in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Beef and Marinade
  • 1 pound flank steak thinly sliced against the grain
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce adds umami depth
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch coats beef for texture
  • 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine (substitute dry sherry if needed)
  • 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper the star spice
For the Vegetables and Sauce
  • 2 cups broccoli florets crisp and vibrant
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger grated
  • 3 tablespoons oyster sauce provides sweetness
  • 1 cup beef broth enriches the sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil for aroma
Optional Garnishes
  • 2 tablespoons green onions sliced thin
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds toasted lightly

Equipment

  • wok
  • Medium Bowl
  • pot
  • ice water

Method
 

How to Make Black Pepper Beef and Broccoli
  1. Marinate Beef: In a medium bowl, toss thinly sliced flank steak with soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, cornstarch, and freshly cracked black pepper. Let rest for 15–20 minutes.
  2. Prep Broccoli: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil, then blanch broccoli florets for 2 minutes until bright green and just tender. Drain and plunge into ice water to lock in color.
  3. Sear Beef: Heat vegetable oil in a hot wok over high heat until shimmering. Add marinated beef in batches and stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until edges are golden brown.
  4. Add Aromatics: Push beef to the sides, then stir in minced garlic and grated ginger for about 30 seconds. Cook until fragrant and lightly golden.
  5. Simmer Sauce: Pour in oyster sauce, beef broth, and a generous crack of black pepper. Stir and let simmer for 1–2 minutes.
  6. Combine: Return broccoli to the wok and toss all ingredients over medium heat until the beef and veggies are evenly coated.
  7. Finish: Drizzle with sesame oil, give a quick toss, then remove from heat.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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