• Slice the beef across the grain into ¼ inch thick strips and place them in a non-metallic bowl.
• Sprinkle the beef with baking soda and mix well to coat it evenly. Set aside for 15 minutes, then rinse thoroughly and pat dry to remove excess baking soda.
• In a small jug, combine ⅓ cup water and cornstarch, stirring to mix well.
• Add in the oyster sauce, light brown sugar, cooking wine, sesame oil, hoisin sauce, and black pepper. Set this sauce mixture aside for later use.
• Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add ¼ cup boiling water.
• Steam the broccoli florets for about 2 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp. Once done, transfer the broccoli to a plate and set aside.

Cook the Beef

• Wipe the skillet clean and return it to high heat.
• Add vegetable oil and let it heat until shimmering.
• Once hot, add the beef in a single layer and cook for 1 minute until browned. Return the broccoli to the skillet with the beef.

Add Aromatics and Sauce

• Stir in the sliced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for just a minute to release their flavors.
• Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet, bringing it to a simmer.
• Cook for 1 minute or until the sauce thickens slightly, coating the beef and broccoli.

Serve

• Serve the dish immediately, garnished with toasted sesame seeds for added texture and flavor.
• Enjoy warm alongside steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.