Copycat Panda Express Broccoli Beef (Better Than Takeout)
Panda Express Broccoli Beef is a takeout staple – tender beef and crisp broccoli in a savory ginger-soy sauce. This copycat recipe delivers that flavor at home in 25 minutes, and it is fresher and better than delivery.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Tender beef and crisp broccoli
- Savory ginger-soy sauce
- Ready in 25 minutes
- Better than takeout
Copycat Panda Express Broccoli Beef
A copycat of Panda Express Broccoli Beef - tender flank steak and crisp-tender broccoli stir-fried in a savory ginger-soy sauce.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Toss the sliced beef with the cornstarch. Whisk the sauce ingredients together.
- Blanch the broccoli in boiling water for 1 minute, then drain.
- Heat the oil in a wok over high heat and stir-fry the beef until browned, then remove.
- Add the broccoli and sauce and simmer 1-2 minutes until glossy.
- Return the beef, toss to coat, and serve over rice.
Notes
Slice the beef thin against the grain and velvet it with cornstarch for tenderness. Blanch the broccoli briefly so it stays bright and crisp-tender.
Tips for the Best Broccoli Beef
- Slice the beef thin against the grain
- Coat in cornstarch to keep the beef tender
- Blanch the broccoli so it stays bright and crisp
- Cook over high heat for wok flavor
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerate up to 4 days. Reheat in a hot skillet to keep the broccoli crisp.
Variations to Try
- Use sirloin if flank steak is unavailable
- Add sliced mushrooms
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes
Frequently Asked Questions
What cut of beef is best?
Flank steak or sirloin sliced thin against the grain stays tender in a quick stir-fry.
How do I keep the broccoli bright?
Blanch it briefly and add it near the end so it stays crisp-tender and green.
Can I make it gluten-free?
Use tamari and a gluten-free oyster sauce.
