Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry Sauce (Printable version)
Savory Asian-style sauce perfect for coating tender beef and crisp broccoli
# What you need:
→ Sauce Base
01 - 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
02 - 1/4 cup beef broth
03 - 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
04 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
05 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
06 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
→ Aromatics & Flavor
07 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
→ Thickener
09 - 2 tablespoons cornstarch
10 - 2 tablespoons cold water
# How To:
01 - Whisk together soy sauce, beef broth, oyster sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and sesame oil in a medium bowl until fully dissolved.
02 - Stir in minced garlic and fresh ginger until evenly distributed throughout the sauce mixture.
03 - Mix cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl, stirring until no lumps remain and mixture is smooth.
04 - Pour cornstarch slurry into the sauce while whisking continuously to prevent clumping and ensure smooth consistency.
05 - Transfer sauce to pan with cooked beef and broccoli. Simmer over medium heat for 2-3 minutes while stirring until sauce thickens and evenly coats all ingredients.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Comes together in under 10 minutes with pantry staples you probably already have
- That perfect balance of salty, sweet, and savory that makes restaurant stir-fry so addictive
02 -
- Cornstarch needs liquid to activate properly, so never add it directly to hot sauce or it will clump instantly
- The sauce continues thickening as it cools slightly, so do not overcook it or you will end up with paste
03 -
- Heat your wok or pan until it is smoking hot before adding the sauce for that restaurant-style sear
- Add the sauce at the very end, tossing everything just long enough to coat and thicken