Vegan Beef And Broccoli (With Soy Curls!)

Vegan beef and broccoli with rice on a purple table.

5 from 10 ratings

Vegan Beef And Broccoli (With Soy Curls!)

This vegan beef and broccoli recipe transforms soy curls into savory morsels of vegan "beef"! With step-by-step instructions, it's an easy takeout-inspired dinner recipe you'll love. Serve it with regular rice or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.

Prep Time10

Cook Time35

Total Time45

Course: Main Dishes

Cuisine: American, Japanese

Diet: Diabetic, Halal, Hindu, Kosher, Low Calorie, Low Fat, Low Lactose, Low Salt, Vegan, Vegetarian

Keyword: soy curls recipe, vegan beef and broccoli, vegan beef stew, vegetarian beef and broccoli

Servings: servings

Author: Sarah Bond

Ingredients

The Extras

1 cup rice
4 cups broccoli florets

Sauce

1 Tbsp sesame oil can sub vegetable oil, 15 mL
1 Tbsp fresh grated ginger
4 cloves garlic minced
½ cup soy sauce use tamari for gluten-free option, 120 mL
2 Tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp vegan beef-flavored bouillon can sub vegetable bouillon
1 Tbsp cornstarch
½ cup water 120 mL

Vegan Beef

2 cups warm water 475 mL
1 tsp vegan beef-flavored bouillon can sub vegetable bouillon
1 8-oz package Butler Soy Curls 226 g
1 Tbsp oil 15 mL
1 Tbsp Kitchen Bouquet optional for browning, 15 mL

Instructions

The Extras: Cook rice according to instructions on package. Cook broccoli (I like microwaving it for this recipe, but here are 5 easy ways to cook broccoli).
Start Sauce: Heat sesame oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Add ginger and garlic, cooking for 2 to 3 minutes until fragrant. Add soy sauce, brown sugar, and bouillon, then bring to a simmer.
Thicken Sauce: In a small bowl dissolve the cornstarch in the ½ cup of water. While whisking the hot soy sauce mixture, drizzle the cornstarch slurry into the pan. Continue letting the sauce simmer until it has thickened, 2 to 3 minutes. Cover and set aside.
Soak: Combine water and bouillon until dissolved, then add soy curls. Let soak until all of the soy curls are tender, about 10 minutes. Drain the water from the soy curls, then squeeze out as much water as you can from the curls.
Cook: Add oil to a large saute pan over medium heat, then add soy curls. Cook until then become a bit browned and crispy, 5 to 10 minutes. Optionally stir in kitchen bouquet to evenly coat soy curls.
Assemble: Stir sauce into soy curls, then fold in broccoli. Serve warm with rice.

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Notes

Storage: Leftovers will keep for up to 4 days in the fridge in an airtight container.

Can I use a different protein substitute instead of soy curls?

Yes, you can use other meat substitutes like seitan or firm tofu. Adjust the cooking time accordingly.

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