Soy-Ginger Braised Beef with Broccoli

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-03 · Updated 2026-05-03

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Slow-braised beef chunks simmered in a fragrant soy-ginger broth paired with tender broccoli, delivering deep umami flavors perfect for a comforting dinner. This Chinese recipe, ready in about 85 minutes, pairs beef chuck, broccoli florets, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 370 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 70 min Serves 4 Chinese cuisine 370 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb, cut into 1-inch cubes beef chuck
2 cups broccoli florets
1/3 cup soy sauce
2 tbsp, sliced fresh ginger
4 cloves, smashed garlic cloves
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 cup beef broth
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tsp cornstarch
2 tbsp water
2 stalks, chopped scallions

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a heavy-bottom pot over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb 1-inch beef chuck cubes and brown on all sides for 5-7 minutes.
Step 2: Add 2 tbsp sliced fresh ginger and 4 smashed garlic cloves to the pot, stirring for 1 minute until aromatic.
Step 3: Pour in 1/3 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp brown sugar, and 1 cup beef broth; bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cover. Braise for 1 hour until beef is tender.
Step 4: Meanwhile, steam 2 cups broccoli florets until bright green and tender-crisp, about 4-5 minutes; set aside.
Step 5: Mix 1 tsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp water to create a slurry, then stir into the braising liquid. Cook uncovered over medium heat for 3 minutes until sauce thickens.
Step 6: Add steamed broccoli to the pot and gently toss to coat with the sauce.
Step 7: Garnish with 2 chopped scallions and serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.