Description
Beef stir fry is a quick and flavorful dish that brings together tender strips of beef, vibrant vegetables, and a savory sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe transforms easily into your family’s new favorite. With its colorful presentation and satisfying taste, it’s a meal that promises to impress without the stress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef sirloin, sliced against the grain
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tsp brown sugar
- ¼ cup water
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients: slice the beef sirloin into thin strips and chop the vegetables.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, cornstarch, and water until smooth.
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté minced garlic and ginger until fragrant.
- Add the beef strips to the skillet and stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until browned.
- Toss in the bell peppers and broccoli; stir-fry for an additional 3-5 minutes until vibrant yet tender.
- Pour the prepared sauce over the stir fry while stirring continuously until everything is evenly coated and thickened.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Marinate beef for extra flavor before cooking. Feel free to swap veggies based on availability; try adding snap peas or carrots. For added crunch, toss in some cashews or peanuts just before serving.
