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Quick Beef Stir Fry

Quick Beef Stir Fry ready in 15 minutes Perfect for busy weeknights Loaded with veggies and tender beef Healthy and delicious dinner option.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound lean beef (flank steak or sirloin)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (for marinade)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for marinade)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (plus additional for cooking)
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, broccoli, snap peas, carrots)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch ginger, minced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (for sauce)
  • 1 tablespoon sugar or honey (optional)
  • 1/4 cup beef broth (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch slurry (1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water, for thickening)

Equipment

  • Wok or large skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife
  • Measuring spoons
  • Serving platter

Method
 

  1. Slice beef into thin strips against the grain and marinate with soy sauce, cornstarch, and oil for 15-30 minutes.
  2. Chop vegetables into similar-sized pieces.
  3. Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat until very hot.
  4. Add a small amount of oil and swirl to coat the pan.
  5. Cook beef in batches for 2-3 minutes until about 80% cooked, then remove to a plate.
  6. In the same pan, add harder vegetables and cook for 3 minutes.
  7. Add softer vegetables and cook for an additional 2 minutes while stirring.
  8. Add minced garlic and ginger; cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  9. Return the beef to the pan along with soy sauce, sugar or honey, and beef broth if using.
  10. Toss everything together for 1 minute. If needed, add cornstarch slurry to thicken.
  11. Serve immediately over rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Calories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 28gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 25mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the vegetables based on what you have on hand or what's in season. Broccoli, carrots, and bell peppers work wonderfully. Adjust the sauce ingredients to fit your taste; for a sweeter sauce, increase the sugar or honey; for more umami, use a little oyster sauce or hoisin sauce.
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