Vegan Beef Broccoli (Juicy Marbles)
This Vegan Beef Broccoli stir-fry is a plant-based twist on the classic takeout dish. Juicy Marbles vegan beef strips, broccoli, and bell peppers are stir-fried in a savory sesame oil and hoisin-based sauce. With a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and umami flavors, this dish is quick to prepare and sure to satisfy. Serve it over brown rice or noodles for an easy and delicious meal.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 scallions chopped
- 1 onion thinly sliced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 1 pack vegan beef Juicy Marbles or any plant-based protein
- 2 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoon soy sauce or dark soy sauce for a richer flavor
- 1 tablespoon vinegar rice or apple cider
- 1 tablespoon sugar or agave syrup
- ½ cup vegetable stock
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoon water to create a slurry
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add onions, scallions, and bell peppers, and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Cook Vegan Beef: Add the vegan beef strips to the skillet and cook until slightly browned and heated through, about 5-6 minutes.
- Add Broccoli: Toss in the broccoli florets and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until the broccoli is tender but still crisp.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together hoisin sauce, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, and vegetable stock. Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet, stirring to coat everything.
- Thicken the Sauce: Add the cornstarch slurry to the skillet and stir constantly until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
- Finish & Serve: Sprinkle sesame seeds over the stir-fry, adjust seasoning to taste, and serve hot over brown rice or noodles.