Best 8 Sweet And Sour Beef With Broccoli Recipes

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Are you looking for a quick and easy recipe for tantalizing Asian comfort food? Look no further than sweet and sour beef with broccoli! This classic dish features tender cuts of beef coated in a tangy, sweet, and slightly sour sauce, accompanied by crisp broccoli florets and vibrant bell peppers. Served over fluffy rice or noodles, this delightful meal will satisfy cravings and leave you feeling satisfied and happy.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

BEEF AND BROCCOLI SALAD



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 23m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 (6-ounce) pieces of beef tenderloin steak, 1-inch thick
Salt and pepper
Vegetable oil cooking spray
1 head broccoli, stem trimmed of fiberous skin, cut in florets and stem cut into chunks
1 sack mixed baby greens, 6 to 8 ounces
1 red bell pepper, seeded and very thinly sliced
4 scallions, sliced on an angle, 1-inch pieces
1 cup pea pods, sliced on an angle
1 cup shredded carrots
8 hot cherry peppers or pepperoncini, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro leaves, optional
1/4 cup duck sauce or sweet and sour sauce
1-inch ginger root, finely chopped
1 lime, juiced
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar or white vinegar
1/2 to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Preheat grill pan over high heat. Season steak with salt and pepper. Spray grill pan with cooking spray. Grill meat 3 to 5 minutes per side for medium rare to medium well doneness. Remove meat and let stand 10 minutes.
  • In a pan, bring 1-inch of water to a bubble. Add a pinch of salt and broccoli pieces and steam for 3 to 5 minutes, until cooked but still firm. In the sink, drain broccoli in colander and run cold water over it to cool.
  • Arrange greens on large platter or individual dinner plates. Arrange broccoli and veggies on greens. Combine duck or sweet and sour sauce with ginger, lime juice, vinegar, crushed pepper flakes. Whisk in oil. Slice steaks and arrange on salad and drizzle completed dish with dressing. Season with additional salt and pepper.

SWEET-AND-SOUR BEEF WITH BROCCOLI



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Our Test Kitchen recreated the classic Chinese beef and broccoli dish using a beautiful variety of colorful veggies and inexpensive ground beef. Serve over rice noodles--which you can find in the Asian section of your grocery store--for a change from regular rice.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple tidbits
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup reduced-sodium beef broth
1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2-1/2 cups uncooked instant rice
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving juice; set pineapple aside. In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, broth, soy sauce, ginger, garlic and reserved juice until blended; set aside., Cook rice according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, stir-fry the broccoli, mushrooms, red pepper and water chestnuts in oil for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender; remove and set aside. In the same pan, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. , Stir cornstarch mixture and add to the skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the reserved vegetable mixture and pineapple; heat through. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts :

HOT AND TANGY BROCCOLI BEEF



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Tangy and spicy beef and broccoli are a winning combination in this quick stir-fry dinner.

Provided by Kikkoman

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Kikkoman

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

¾ pound boneless tender beef steak, rib eye, sirloin or flank
1 tablespoon cornstarch
3 tablespoons Kikkoman Soy Sauce, divided
1 large clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon sugar
1 pound fresh broccoli, trimmed
4 teaspoons cornstarch
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons Kikkoman Seasoned Rice Vinegar

Steps:

  • Cut beef across grain into thin slices. Combine 1 Tbsp. each cornstarch and soy sauce with garlic and sugar in medium bowl; stir in beef. Let stand 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, remove flowerets from broccoli; cut into bite-size pieces. Peel stalks; cut diagonally into thin slices.
  • Combine 1 cup water, remaining 2 Tbsp. soy sauce, 4 teaspoons cornstarch and crushed red pepper in small bowl. Set aside.
  • Heat 1 Tbsp. oil in hot wok or large skillet over high heat. Add beef and stir-fry 1 minute; remove.
  • Heat remaining 2 Tbsp. oil in same pan. Add broccoli and onion; stir-fry 2 minutes. Sprinkle 1 Tbsp. water over vegetables; cover and cook 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add beef and soy sauce mixture; cook and stir until sauce boils and thickens. Remove from heat; stir in vinegar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.4 calories, Carbohydrate 15.7 g, Cholesterol 41.1 mg, Fat 16.2 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 15.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 826.5 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

SWEET AND SOUR BEEF



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The sweet kisses the sour for a nicely balanced flavor in this Asian dish.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 18m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 beef flank steak, (1 pound)
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon cold water
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 medium onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 can (8 ounces) pineapple chunks in juice, undrained
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup white vinegar
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 medium bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 medium tomatoes, each cut into 8 wedges
Hot cooked rice, if desired

Steps:

  • Remove fat from beef. Cut beef with grain into 2-inch strips; cut strips across grain into 1/8-inch slices. Mix cornstarch and cold water.
  • Heat wok or 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil; rotate wok to coat side. Add beef and onion; stir-fry about 3 minutes or until beef is brown. Stir in pineapple, sugar, vinegar, bouillon granules and soy sauce. Heat to boiling. Stir in cornstarch mixture; cook and stir 1 minute.
  • Stir in bell pepper and tomatoes; cook and stir 1 minute. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1000 mg

SWEET AND SOUR BEEF



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This is what I chose when I got to pick what we had for dinner! If possible, remove lid for the last hour.

Provided by SDSCHMIDT

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes

Time 6h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound cubed beef stew meat
3 cups cold water
¾ cup vinegar
9 tablespoons soy sauce
9 tablespoons brown sugar
5 tablespoons cornstarch

Steps:

  • Heat a deep skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir beef in hot skillet until completely browned, 7 to 10 minutes. Transfer beef to a slow cooker.
  • Whisk water, vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar, and cornstarch together until smooth; pour over the beef.
  • Cook on Low until the beef is tender and the sauce is thick, 6 to 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320.7 calories, Carbohydrate 41.8 g, Cholesterol 59.8 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 23.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 2090 mg, Sugar 30.2 g

SWEET AND SOUR BEEF WITH BROCCOLI



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Make and share this Sweet and Sour Beef With Broccoli recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Redsie

Categories     Pineapple

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (20 ounce) can unsweetened pineapple tidbits
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup reduced-sodium beef broth
1/4 cup reduced sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 1/2 cups uncooked instant rice
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
1/2 lb sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 lb lean ground beef

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving juice; set pineapple aside. In a small bowl, combine the pineapple juice, cornstarch, broth, soy sauce, ginger and garlic. Set aside.
  • Cook your rice.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the beef over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain and set aside. (original instructions called for cooking veggies first, then beef. I like to do it the other way around.).
  • Add oil to pan and stir fry the broccoli, mushrooms, red pepper and water chestnuts for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Remove and set aside.
  • Put the beef back in the skillet, add the cornstarch mixture and bring to a boil. Cook for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the reserved vegetable mixture and pineapple; heat through. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Fat 10.6, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 49.1, Sodium 421.1, Carbohydrate 52.4, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 9.8, Protein 21.6

SWEET-AND-SOUR BEEF



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This healthful stir-fry recipe is a family favorite. I've used a variety of meats and apples and sometimes replace the green onion with yellow onion. No matter what tweaks I make, it always tastes great. -Brittany McCloud, Kenyon, MN

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water
1 pound beef top sirloin steak, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 teaspoons canola oil, divided
1 large green pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 large sweet red pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 medium tart apples, chopped
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions, divided
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup cider vinegar
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth. Sprinkle beef with salt and pepper. In a large nonstick skillet or wok coated with cooking spray, heat 2 teaspoons oil over medium-high heat. Add beef; stir-fry 2-3 minutes or until no longer pink. Remove from pan. , In same skillet, stir-fry peppers and apples in remaining oil for 2 minutes. Add 1/2 cup green onions; stir-fry 1-3 minutes longer or until peppers are crisp-tender. Remove from pan., Add brown sugar and vinegar to skillet; bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar. Stir cornstarch mixture and add to pan. Return to a boil; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Return beef and pepper mixture to pan; heat through. If desired, serve with rice. Sprinkle with remaining green onion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 663mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (46g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

MOM'S SWEET AND SOUR BROCCOLI



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Make and share this Mom's Sweet and Sour Broccoli recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ladypit

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) package frozen broccoli florets
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons vinegar
1/8 teaspoon dry mustard
6 slices bacon

Steps:

  • Cook and crumbled the bacon.
  • Set aside.
  • Cook the broccoli until tender crisp.
  • Drain.
  • Mix the rest of the ingredients (except bacon) in a small saucepan.
  • Heat over low-medium heat.
  • Pour over top of the broccoli.
  • Sprinkle the bacon on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115.2, Fat 9.3, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 15.4, Sodium 311.7, Carbohydrate 5, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 2.6, Protein 3.6

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, tender beef, crisp broccoli, and a flavorful sauce make all the difference in this dish.
  • Marinate the beef: Marinating the beef in a mixture of soy sauce, rice wine, and cornstarch helps tenderize it and adds flavor.
  • Cook the beef in small batches: This helps prevent the beef from overcrowding the pan and becoming tough.
  • Stir-fry the beef and vegetables quickly: This helps preserve the鮮豔色彩及鮮味 of the ingredients.
  • Use a cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce: This creates a glossy, flavorful sauce that coats the beef and vegetables.

Conclusion:

Sweet and sour beef with broccoli is a classic dish that is easy to make at home. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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