Vegan Beef and Broccoli

Ingredients

• 4 large TVP slices (or vegan beef slices)
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp oil
• 1/2 tsp dark soy sauce
• 2 cups broccoli florets (or broccolini)
• 1 tbsp oil
• 2 cloves of garlic (minced)
• 1 tsp grated ginger
• 1/2 cup vegetable broth
• 1 and 1/2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp brown sugar (or coconut sugar)
• 1 tsp dark soy sauce
• 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
• 1 tbsp cornstarch (diluted in 2 tbsp of water)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the vegan beef: Add the TVP slices to a bowl and cover with water. Rehydrate the slices for about 30 minutes or until soft.

2. 2

   Squeeze the slices to remove the excess water. Rinse under cold water and squeeze again. Repeat this step 3-4 times to eliminate the soy flour taste.

3. 3

   Cut the slices into thin strips using your hands or scissors. Transfer to a bowl. Add the soy sauce, oil, and dark soy sauce. Stir to coat and let marinate for about 10 minutes.

4. 4

   In the meantime, prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, stir together the vegetable broth, soy sauce, brown sugar, dark soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, and ground black pepper. In another bowl, dissolve the cornstarch in 2 tablespoons of water. Set aside.

5. 5

   Stir fry: To a non-stick skillet, add 1/3 cup of water. Bring to a boil. Once boiling, add the broccoli and cover with the lid. Steam the broccoli for 1-2 minutes or until just tender (do not overcook it). Remove the broccoli from the skillet and set aside. Discard the cooking water and pat the skillet dry using a clean kitchen paper towel.

6. 6

   Heat a tablespoon of oil in the skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the vegan beef and sauté for 3-5 minutes or until golden brown.

7. 7

   Next, add the minced garlic and ginger and cook for 1 more minute. Pour in the sauce and let the beef simmer for 1-2 minutes.

8. 8

   Add the steamed broccoli back to the skillet. Pour in the cornstarch slurry and stir to combine. Cook for one more minute or until the sauce has thickened.

9. 9

   Serve immediately on top of white rice or quinoa!