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Beef Stir Fry

Quick Weeknight Beef Stir Fry

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This quick and easy beef stir fry recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal. Tender strips of beef are cooked with crisp vegetables in a savory sauce.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound beef sirloin, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 large bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 head broccoli, cut into florets
  • 1 carrot, julienned
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the sliced beef with 1 tablespoon soy sauce and cornstarch. Mix well and set aside for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the beef and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Add the bell pepper, broccoli, and carrot to the skillet. Stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until crisp-tender.
  4. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the beef broth, remaining 1 tablespoon soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, and rice vinegar.
  6. Pour the sauce over the vegetables in the skillet. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Return the cooked beef to the skillet. Toss everything together to coat with the sauce.
  8. Serve immediately over rice or noodles.

Notes

  • For extra spice, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the garlic and ginger.
  • Feel free to customize the vegetables based on what you have on hand. Snow peas, mushrooms, or snap peas are great additions.
  • Ensure the beef is sliced thinly for quick and even cooking.
  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stir-frying
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Low Fat

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Sugar: 8 g
  • Sodium: 700 mg
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 25 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg