Beef and Broccoli Quick
This microwave beef and broccoli delivers all the savory garlic soy flavors of the Chinese restaurant classic in under 10 minutes using pre-cooked beef strips. The microwave tenderizes the broccoli perfectly and heats the glossy sauce so it clings beautifully to every piece.
Tender beef strips and bright broccoli florets tossed in a sticky soy and oyster sauce glaze, ready in minutes from the microwave.
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Ingredients
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sauce
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Instructions
Steam the Broccoli
Place the broccoli florets in a microwave-safe dish with 2 tablespoons of water. Cover and microwave on high for 2 to 3 minutes until the broccoli is bright green and just tender. Drain any remaining water.
Make the Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and cornstarch until the cornstarch is fully dissolved and no lumps remain.
Combine and Heat
Add the pre-cooked beef strips to the broccoli and pour the sauce over everything. Toss to coat all the beef and broccoli in the glossy sauce. Microwave uncovered on high for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and everything is heated through.
Stir and Serve
Stir once more to ensure an even coating of sauce. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.
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