Pioneer Woman Beef Broccoli is made with flat iron steak, soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, cornstarch, oyster sauce, chicken broth, sugar, sesame oil, scallions, garlic, ginger, vegetable oil, and broccoli. This recipe takes 45 minutes and serves four.
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- Pioneer Woman Beef Tenderloin Peppercorn
- Pioneer Woman Thai Beef With Peppers
- Pioneer Woman Beef With Snow Peas
🤎 Why You’ll Love This Beef Broccoli Recipe:
- Bursting with tender beef strips: The thinly sliced beef absorbs the flavors of the marinade, becoming juicy and tender with each bite.
- Rich sauce infuses every bite: The flavorful sauce, made with soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, oyster sauce, and aromatic garlic and ginger, coats each ingredient, delivering a burst of savory goodness in every mouthful.
- Quick and easy to prepare: With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you want a delicious meal without spending hours in the kitchen.
❓ What Is Pioneer Woman Beef Broccoli Recipe?
Pioneer Woman Beef Broccoli is a flavorful stir-fry dish featuring thinly sliced steak, crisp broccoli florets, and a savory sauce made with soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, oyster sauce, and aromatic garlic and ginger.
🥩 Pioneer Woman Beef Broccoli Ingredients
- 1 pound flat iron steak, cut into ¼-inch thick strips (flank steak, skirt steak or hanger steak may be substituted, but won’t be as tender)
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup Shaoxing wine (Chinese rice wine) or dry sherry
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- ¼ cup oyster sauce
- ⅓ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon Asian/toasted sesame oil
- 4 scallions, whites finely sliced, greens cut into ½-inch segments on the diagonal, reserved separately
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon finely minced fresh ginger (see note)
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 pound bite-size broccoli florets, from about 1½ pounds broccoli crowns
- ⅓ cup water
🍲 How To Make Pioneer Woman Beef Broccoli
- Mix beef with 1 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine. Let it sit for 30 mins at room temp or 1 hour in the fridge.
- Mix 3 tbsp soy sauce with cornstarch until dissolved. Add 3 tbsp Shaoxing wine, oyster sauce, chicken broth, sugar, and sesame oil. Set aside.
- Combine scallion whites, garlic, and ginger. Set aside.
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan. Stir-fry broccoli for 30 secs, then steam with water until tender-crisp (about 2 mins).
- Remove excess water from the pan. Heat 1 tbsp oil until smoking. Cook half of the beef until well-seared (about 1½ mins). Transfer to a plate.
- Add another tbsp oil to the pan. Cook the remaining beef until well-seared (about 1½ mins). Add scallion whites, garlic, and ginger mixture and cook for about 30 seconds.
- Return beef and broccoli to the pan. Add reserved sauce and scallion greens. Bring to a boil and cook until the sauce thickens (about 45 seconds).
💭 Recipe Tips:
- Choose Fresh Peppers: Select bell peppers that are firm and have a vibrant color for the best taste and presentation.
- Precook Macaroni Perfectly: Cook the elbow macaroni until al dente to prevent it from becoming mushy when baked inside the peppers.
- Quality Cheese Matters: Opt for high-quality gruyere, sharp cheddar, and white cheddar cheeses for superior flavor and meltability.
🍛 What To Serve With Beef Broccoli?
Pair Beef Broccoli with Mushroom Rice Pilaf, Burrito Bowls, Stuffed Pepper Casserole, Frito Chili Pie, John Wayne Casserole.
🎚 How To Store Leftovers Beef Broccoli?
- In the fridge: Store leftovers beef broccoli in an airtight container for 3 days.
- In the freezer: You can leftovers beef broccoli in a freezer-safe container for 3 months.
🥵 How To Reheat Leftovers Beef Broccoli?
- In the oven: Reheat leftovers beef broccoli in the oven for 5 minutes at 350°F.
- In the microwave: Reheat leftovers beef broccoli on high for 2-3 minutes in the microwave.
- On the stove: Reheat leftovers beef broccoli in a pan over medium heat for 2 minutes.
FAQ’S:
How Do I Thicken The Sauce For Beef Broccoli?
To thicken the sauce, mix soy sauce with cornstarch until dissolved. Then add Shaoxing wine, oyster sauce, chicken broth, sugar, and sesame oil. Cook until the sauce thickens, about 45 seconds.
How Do I Know When The Broccoli Is Tender-crisp?
Steam the broccoli for about 2 minutes after stir-frying for 30 seconds. It should be tender-crisp when you can easily pierce it with a fork but it still has a slight crunch.
How Do I Prevent The Beef From Becoming Tough?
Marinate the beef with soy sauce and Shaoxing wine for at least 30 minutes at room temperature or 1 hour in the fridge. Also, ensure not to overcook the beef, as it can become tough.
Should I Cover The Pan When Steaming The Broccoli?
No, you don’t need to cover the pan when steaming the broccoli. Simply add water to the pan after stir-frying and let the steam cook the broccoli until tender-crisp.
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Pioneer Woman Beef Broccoli Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 369
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Sugar: 6g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Sodium: 1523mg
- Cholesterol: 77mg
Pioneer Woman Beef Broccoli
Description
Pioneer Woman Beef Broccoli is made with flat iron steak, soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, cornstarch, oyster sauce, chicken broth, sugar, sesame oil, scallions, garlic, ginger, vegetable oil, and broccoli. This recipe takes 45 minutes and serves four.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Mix beef with 1 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine. Let it sit for 30 mins at room temp or 1 hour in the fridge.
- Mix 3 tbsp soy sauce with cornstarch until dissolved. Add 3 tbsp Shaoxing wine, oyster sauce, chicken broth, sugar, and sesame oil. Set aside.
- Combine scallion whites, garlic, and ginger. Set aside.
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan. Stir-fry broccoli for 30 secs, then steam with water until tender-crisp (about 2 mins).
- Remove excess water from the pan. Heat 1 tbsp oil until smoking. Cook half of the beef until well-seared (about 1½ mins). Transfer to a plate.
- Add another tbsp oil to the pan. Cook the remaining beef until well-seared (about 1½ mins). Add scallion whites, garlic, and ginger mixture and cook for about 30 seconds.
- Return beef and broccoli to the pan. Add reserved sauce and scallion greens. Bring to a boil and cook until the sauce thickens (about 45 seconds).
Notes
- Choose Fresh Peppers: Select bell peppers that are firm and have a vibrant color for the best taste and presentation.
Precook Macaroni Perfectly: Cook the elbow macaroni until al dente to prevent it from becoming mushy when baked inside the peppers.
Quality Cheese Matters: Opt for high-quality gruyere, sharp cheddar, and white cheddar cheeses for superior flavor and meltability.