Best 6 Broccoli Beef Braids Recipes

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Broccoli Beef Braids, an updated twist on a traditional Chinese dish, offer a mouthwatering combination of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. With tender-crisp broccoli florets enveloped in flaky pastry pockets and tossed in a savory sauce made from soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and brown sugar, these braids are not only visually appealing but also incredibly delicious. The fusion of Eastern and Western culinary influences creates a unique and unforgettable dish that's perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual family dinner or a special gathering with friends.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BROCCOLI BEEF BRAIDS



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Each slice of this fast-to-fix, golden bread is like a hot sandwich packed with beef, broccoli and mozzarella. -Penny Lapp, North Royalton, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 loaves (4 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
3 cups frozen chopped broccoli
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent rolls

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until beef is no longer pink, breaking up beef into crumbles; drain. Stir in broccoli, cheese, sour cream, salt and pepper; heat through. , Unroll 1 tube of crescent dough onto a greased baking sheet; form into a 12x8-in. rectangle, pressing perforations to seal. Spoon half of the beef mixture lengthwise down center of rectangle., On each long side, cut 1-in.-wide strips at an angle, about 3 in. into the center. Fold 1 strip from each side over filling and pinch ends together; repeat., Repeat with remaining ingredients to make second braid. Bake 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396 calories, Fat 23g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 644mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI BRAID



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Beautiful braided crescent roll with chicken and broccoli.

Provided by Kelly Grimes

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Pastries

Time 48m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups diced, cooked chicken meat
1 cup fresh broccoli, chopped
½ cup red bell pepper, chopped
1 clove crushed garlic
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
½ cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons dried dill weed
¼ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons slivered almonds
¼ cup diced onion
2 (8 ounce) packages refrigerated crescent rolls
1 egg white, beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees F).
  • In a large bowl, toss together chicken, broccoli, red bell pepper, garlic, Cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, dill weed, salt, almonds and onion.
  • Unroll crescent roll dough, and arrange flat on a medium baking sheet. Pinch together perforations to form a single sheet of dough. Using a knife or scissors, cut 1 inch wide strips in towards the center, starting on the long sides. There should be a solid strip about 3 inches wide down the center, with the cut strips forming a fringe down each side. Spread the chicken mixture along the center strip. Fold the side strips over chicken mixture, alternating strips from each side. Pinch or twist to seal.
  • Brush braided dough with the egg white. Bake in the preheated oven 25 to 28 minutes, or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 580 calories, Carbohydrate 36.3 g, Cholesterol 99.1 mg, Fat 36.3 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 26.7 g, SaturatedFat 14.2 g, Sodium 755.5 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

BROCCOLI BEEF I



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Round steak and broccoli are quickly cooked in a soy-ginger sauce. Serve over hot rice or noodles.

Provided by sal

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 (10.5 ounce) can beef broth
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 pound boneless round steak, cut into bite size pieces
¼ teaspoon chopped fresh ginger root
1 clove garlic, minced
4 cups chopped fresh broccoli

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine flour, broth, sugar, and soy sauce. Stir until sugar and flour are dissolved.
  • In a large skillet or wok over high heat, cook and stir beef 2 to 4 minutes, or until browned. Stir in broth mixture, ginger, garlic, and broccoli. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat. Simmer 5 to 10 minutes, or until sauce thickens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.4 calories, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 38.6 mg, Fat 3.2 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 19.2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 755 mg, Sugar 7.9 g

EASY BEEF AND BROCCOLI RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: flank steak, garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, low sodium soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, beef broth, broccoli floret, cornstarch, water, sesame seed

Provided by Hannah Williams

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb flank steak, sliced into thin strips
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon grated ginger
2 tablespoons sesame oil
⅓ cup low sodium soy sauce
¼ cup brown sugar
¼ cup honey
1 cup beef broth
4 cups broccoli floret
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
sesame seed, as desired

Steps:

  • In an oiled skillet over medium-high heat, sear the steak until cooked all the way through. Remove from the pan.
  • Add a little more oil, then add the garlic and ginger to the pan. Sauté until soft.
  • Add the sesame oil, soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, and beef broth. Stir until combined.
  • Add the broccoli florets.
  • In a separate bowl, combine cornstarch and water. Add to broccoli mixture. Bring to a boil, until sauce has thickened.
  • Add the beef back into the mixture, and serve over rice with sesame seeds, if desired.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 556 calories, Carbohydrate 60 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 37 grams, Sugar 35 grams

BROCCOLI BEEF BRAIDS



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Each slice of this fast-to-fix golden bread is like a hot sandwich packed with beef, broccoli and mozzarella. -Penny Lapp, North Royalton, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 loaves (4 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
3 cups frozen chopped broccoli
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent rolls

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until beef is no longer pink, breaking beef into crumbles; drain. Stir in broccoli, cheese, sour cream, salt and pepper; heat through. , Unroll 1 tube of crescent dough onto a greased baking sheet; form into a 12x8-in. rectangle, pressing perforations to seal. Spoon half the beef mixture lengthwise down center of rectangle., On each long side, cut 1-in.-wide strips at an angle, about 3 in. into the center. Fold 1 strip from each side over filling and pinch ends together; repeat., Repeat with remaining ingredients to make second braid. Bake 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396 calories, Fat 23g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 644mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

BROCCOLI BEEF BRAIDS



Broccoli Beef Braids image

Each slice of this fast-to-fix golden bread is like a hot sandwich packed with beef, broccoli and mozzarella. -Penny Lapp, North Royalton, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 loaves (4 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
3 cups frozen chopped broccoli
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent rolls

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until beef is no longer pink, breaking beef into crumbles; drain. Stir in broccoli, cheese, sour cream, salt and pepper; heat through. , Unroll 1 tube of crescent dough onto a greased baking sheet; form into a 12x8-in. rectangle, pressing perforations to seal. Spoon half the beef mixture lengthwise down center of rectangle., On each long side, cut 1-in.-wide strips at an angle, about 3 in. into the center. Fold 1 strip from each side over filling and pinch ends together; repeat., Repeat with remaining ingredients to make second braid. Bake 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396 calories, Fat 23g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 644mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-made pizza dough or puff pastry sheets.
  • For a crispy crust, brush the braids with melted butter before baking.
  • To add extra flavor, sprinkle the braids with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, or grated Parmesan cheese before baking.
  • If you don't have a baking sheet, you can also bake the braids in a greased muffin tin.
  • For a healthier version, use whole wheat pizza dough or puff pastry sheets.
  • To make the braids ahead of time, assemble them and then freeze them. When you're ready to bake, thaw them in the refrigerator overnight and then bake according to the recipe instructions.

Conclusion:

Broccoli beef braids are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They're perfect for parties or potlucks, and they're also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give broccoli beef braids a try. You won't be disappointed!

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