Beef With Broccoli

This is also from my bento book :) you can use frozen broccoli, but add it after you've had the beef cooking in all the sauce and cornstarch. That way, you don't have to worry about soggy broccoli.

• Ready In: 45 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 2  tablespoons soy sauce
• 1  tablespoon sake (or sherry)
• 3  teaspoons cornstarch, divided
• 2  teaspoons sugar
• 1⁄4 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 1  garlic clove, minced
• 1⁄2 lb beef, thinly sliced
• 1  lb broccoli, chopped
• 1  tablespoon  oil
• 1⁄2 cup chicken broth
• 1  teaspoon salt

Directions

1. In a bowl, combine soy sauce, sake or sherry, 2 teaspoons cornstarch, sugar, ginger, garlic, and pepper.
2. Mix well and toss beef in marinade. and let sit for at least 10 minutes. Marinate longer for more flavor.
3. While it is sitting, boil water and blanch broccoli for 10-15 seconds, drain well.
4. Add oil to large pan or wok on high heat. Brown beef in the pan, then add broccoli. Mix well.
5. Add chicken broth mixed with 1 teaspoon of cornstarch to thicken, along with salt.
6. Cook until sauce thickens, and broccoli is at desired tenderness.