Stir Fry Beef and Broccoli

• 1 lb. lean beef
• 3 tbsp. soy sauce
• 5 tbsp. water
• 1/8 tsp. pepper
• 1 tbsp. brown sugar
• 1 can or 2 c. fresh bean sprouts, optional
• 2 1/2 tsp. cornstarch
• 1/4 c. chicken broth
• 1 bunch broccoli
• 1/4 c. oil
• 1/2 tsp. salt

Directions:

• Cut partially frozen meat across grain into thin slices. Marinate in a mixture of 2 1/2 tbsp. soy sauce, 2 tbsp. water, brown sugar, pepper, and 2 tsp. cornstarch, at least 30 minutes.
• Combine the chicken broth with 1/2 tsp. cornstarch and 1/2 tbsp. soy sauce
• Wash broccoli, cut the flowers from the stems and cut the stems into 1/4 inch pieces
• Heat 1 tbsp. oil in wok. Add broccoli, sprinkle with salt and toss. Add 3 tbsp. water and cook until crisp tender. Remove to dish.
• Add 2-3 tbsp. oil and heat. Add beef and stir fry until it cooks through. Stir in chicken broth mixture and cook and stir until it thickens. Add broccoli and bean sprouts. Cook until hot and well combined. Serve with rice.