Let’s face it: whenever you order beef and broccoli from your local Chinese restaurant, the beef is the part you want the most, and it always feels like there’s never enough. Mongolian Steak and Broccoli ensures everyone gets their fill of marvelous meat without missing on that sweet, tangy sauce. Each steak is coated in a glaze infused with smoky brown sugar, fragrant garlic, and full-bodied ketchup before being grilled to your preferred level of doneness. Mongolian Steak and Broccoli even provides tender, garden-fresh broccoli florets as a refreshing side. This speedy and special dinner may just be what you turn to instead of a take-out menu!
Ingredients
- 4 (8-ounce) sirloin steaks
- 1/2 cup soy sauce, divided
- freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- kosher salt, to taste
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, plus more for brushing
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 pound broccoli florets
Directions
Step 1 –Preheat the grill to medium heat.
Step 2 –Place the steaks on a rimmed sheet pan.
Step 3 –Pat the steak dry with paper towels.
Step 4 –Drizzle each of the steaks on both sides with 1 tablespoon of the soy sauce each. Massage the soy sauce into the steaks.
Step 5 –Season the steaks on both sides with the pepper and salt.
Step 6 –Transfer the steaks to a clean rimmed sheet pan in a single layer.
Step 7 –Sprinkle the steaks evenly with the cornstarch on all sides, shaking off any excess.
Step 8 –Brush the steaks lightly with the vegetable oil.
Step 9 –In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of the vegetable oil, the ginger, garlic, brown sugar, and ketchup together.
Step 10 –Place the steaks on the grill and grill for 3-4 minutes per side.
Step 11 –Brush the glaze mixture on both sides of the steak and grill until the glaze is caramelized and the steaks reach a minimum of 145 degrees F internally, about 1 minute per side.
Step 12 –Transfer the steaks to a plate and allow them to rest for 5 minutes.
Step 13 –Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
Step 14 –Season the water with the salt.
Step 15 –Add the broccoli and cook until just tender, about 2 minutes.
Step 16 –Drain the broccoli well.
Step 17 –Serve the steak immediately with the broccoli and the remaining soy sauce.
