Beef and Broccoli Christmas Wreath

A festive and delicious Beef and Broccoli dish arranged to resemble a Christmas wreath, perfect as a stunning centerpiece for your holiday dinner.

Prep Time

20 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Calories

450

Level

Medium

Yields

4 servings

Cost

£2.64

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Ingredients

Servings

1lbBeef Sirloin(Thinly sliced against the grain)

£7.50

4cupsBroccoli Florets(Fresh or frozen (thawed))

£1.20

0.5Red Bell Pepper(Thinly sliced, for 'berries')

£0.40

2Green Onions(Thinly sliced, for garnish)

£0.30

0.3cupSoy Sauce(Low sodium preferred)

£0.15

2tablespoonsOyster Sauce(Optional, for richer flavor)

£0.25

2tablespoonsBrown Sugar

£0.05

1tablespoonCornstarch

£0.05

1teaspoonSesame Oil

£0.10

2tablespoonsVegetable Oil(For stir-frying)

£0.05

2clovesGarlic(Minced)

£0.10

1teaspoonGinger(Grated)

£0.10

0.3cupBeef Broth

£0.15

0.3teaspoonRed Pepper Flakes(Optional, for heat)

£0.05

1teaspoonSesame Seeds(For garnish)

£0.10

Total Cost

£10.55

£2.64 per serving

The Method

1
In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), brown sugar, cornstarch, sesame oil, beef broth, and red pepper flakes (if using).
2
Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add garlic and ginger and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
3
Add beef and stir-fry until browned, about 2-3 minutes. Remove beef from the wok and set aside.
4
Add broccoli florets to the wok and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, adding a splash of water if needed to steam them slightly. They should be bright green and slightly tender-crisp.
5
Pour the sauce mixture over the broccoli and bring to a simmer. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
6
Return the beef to the wok and stir to combine, coating the beef and broccoli in the sauce.
7
Carefully arrange the beef and broccoli around a serving platter in a circular shape to resemble a wreath. Leave a hole in the center.
8
Place sliced red bell pepper pieces strategically throughout the wreath to mimic berries.
9
Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
10
Serve immediately with rice or noodles.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (284g)

450 kcal / 1883 kJ

Carbs

22g

8% of RDA

Fat

23g

33% of RDA

Protein

40g

80% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

4 g

13% of RDA

Sugar

10 g

11% of RDA

Sodium

1200 mg

52% of RDA

Saturated Fat

7 g

35% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a glossy finish, add a cornstarch slurry (1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon cold water) to the sauce at the end of cooking.

To prevent overcrowding the wok, cook the beef in batches.

Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your desired level of spiciness.

Add other festive touches like small sprigs of rosemary or cranberries for extra color and aroma.

Cooking Equipment

Wok or large skillet

Mixing bowls

Serving platter

Wine Pairings

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Chef's Tips

For a glossy finish, add a cornstarch slurry (1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon cold water) to the sauce at the end of cooking.

To prevent overcrowding the wok, cook the beef in batches.

Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your desired level of spiciness.

Add other festive touches like small sprigs of rosemary or cranberries for extra color and aroma.

Beef and Broccoli Christmas Wreath

Ingredients

The Method