Pare the outer tough layer from the broccoli stems. Remove the flowerets and cut the broccoli stems diagonally into thin slices. Place the broccoli in boiling water; heat to boiling. Cover and cook for 2 minutes, then remove and drain. Immediately rinse in cold water and drain.
Mix the cornstarch, sesame oil and broth together.Heat a wok until very hot. Add 2 Tbsp of vegetable oil and rotate the wok to coat bottom.
Add the beef and stir-fry for 2 minutes or until the beef is brown. Remove beef from the wok. Heat the wok until very hot again. Add 1 Tbsp of vegetable oil and rotate the wok to coat bottom. Add the garlic, ginger root, and black bean sauce, stir-fry for 30 seconds.
Toss in the bamboo shoots and stir-fry for another 1 minute. Toss in the beef and broccoli. Stir in cornstarch mixture; cook and stir 15 seconds or until thickened.
Servings: 6