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Vegan Beef and Broccoli

This vegan beef and broccoli soy curl dish is the ultimate dinner! This is a family favorite even the picky one will eat!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Dinner recipes
Cuisine: Chinese
Diet: Vegan
Servings: 5 servings
Calories: 191kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups dried soy curls Butler brand
  • 2 heads broccoli chopped
  • ½ cup water or more for cooking broccoli
  • 2 TB cornstarch
  • 1 TB oil neutral
  • Cooked rice for serving

Sauce

  • ½ cup soy sauce low sodium
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1TB water
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • ½ teaspoon ginger powder
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ cup no beef broth or vegetable broth

Instructions

  • Start by soaking your soy curls.  Put 2 cups of soy curls in a bowl and cover them with warm water- let sit for 10 minutes.
  • While your soy curls are soaking, make your sauce.  Take a small mixing cup or bowl and mix all your sauce ingredients except for the cornstarch.  Mix the cornstarch separately by taking 1 TB of water and 2 teaspoon cornstarch in a small cup, mix until smooth, then add to your sauce and stir.  Set aside.
  • Now strain your soy curls. Remove all the water by squeezing them until they stop producing water; add them back to the empty bowl.  Take your 2 TB cornstarch and mix it with your soy curls. Add your soy curls to a hot large skillet and cook them until they are browned. Remove them from the pan.
  • Then add your chopped-up broccoli to the pan with some water so it steams the broccoli and doesn't stick, cook this until it starts to turn bright green, not overly cooked, but the texture you want it for the dish.  Add back your soy curls with the broccoli, and add the sauce.  Mix until the sauce is thickened; this only takes a few minutes.  And you're ready to serve.
  • Serve with rice or whatever you would like.

Notes

Storage- Let cool, then place in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or on a skillet to crisp up. 
Freezer- I wouldn't recommend freezing for the best flavor. But if you want to, you can freeze for up to 3 months in a freezer-safe container. Let defrost before reheating in a skillet with some oil. 
Expert Tips and Tricks
  1. Don't overcook the broccoli, or it will become mushy. It cooks quickly.
  2. Squeeze out water from the soy curls for better flavor absorption. No need to marinate.
  3. For serving over noodles, double the sauce recipe and split it in half.
  4. If using regular soy sauce, use half the amount and dilute the other half with water to reduce saltiness.
Variations
  • Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and red pepper flakes if desired.
  • Customize the stir-fry with additional vegetables like onions or green peppers.
  • Serve with your choice of noodles, rice, or quinoa.
  • Use the beef and broccoli sauce with mock meat alternatives if preferred.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 191kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 1206mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 11g