Chinese Beef and Broccoli Soup: Easy Comfort Food Delight
A delicious and comforting soup featuring tender beef and fresh broccoli in a savory broth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Chinese
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound beef, thinly sliced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat sesame oil over medium heat.
- Add garlic and ginger, sauté for 1 minute.
- Add sliced beef and cook until browned.
- Pour in the beef broth and bring to a boil.
- Add broccoli and soy sauce, simmer for 5 minutes.
- Mix cornstarch with a little water and add to the pot to thicken.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve hot.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider throwing in some sliced mushrooms.
- Limit cooking time for broccoli to retain its color and crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg