Cookwith - Velvety Beef and Broccoli with Fragrant Ginger Soy Sauce

Ingredients

• 3/4 lb flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
• 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
• 1 1/2 tsp cornstarch
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil, divided
• 2 cups broccoli florets (about 1 small head)
• 1 medium carrot, peeled and sliced on the bias (optional, for color/texture)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece ginger, peeled and minced
• 2 scallions, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1/2 tsp Sichuan peppercorns (optional, for subtle numbing spice)
• 2 tbsp oyster sauce
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tsp dark soy sauce (for color, optional)
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken stock or water
• 1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil
• Cooked jasmine or medium-grain white rice, for serving