Beef Stir-Fry

Tender Beef with Colorful Vegetables.

Beef Stir-Fry:

This Beef Stir-Fry is a quick and delicious dish with tender beef slices cooked with a mix of vibrant vegetables in a savory sauce. It’s perfect for a weekend lunch, packed with flavor and nutrients!

Ingredients:

• 1 lb (450g) beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional, for added depth of flavor)
• 1 tbsp hoisin sauce (optional, for sweetness)
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tbsp sesame oil (for stir-frying)
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil (for cooking)
• 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced (any color)
• 1 medium onion, sliced
• 1 carrot, julienned
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 1/2 cup snow peas
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar or lime juice
• Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
• Green onions, sliced (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Marinate the Beef:

• In a bowl, mix the soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, and cornstarch.
• Add the thinly sliced beef to the marinade and toss to coat. Let it sit for about 10–15 minutes.

2. Prepare the Vegetables:

• While the beef is marinating, slice the bell pepper, onion, carrot, and snow peas.
• Steam or blanch the broccoli if desired, or keep it raw for a crispier texture.

3. Stir-Fry the Beef:

• Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat.
• Add the marinated beef and stir-fry for 2–3 minutes, until it’s browned and cooked through. Remove the beef from the skillet and set it aside.

4. Stir-Fry the Vegetables:

• In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of oil and heat it.
• Add the garlic and ginger, sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
• Add the sliced onion, carrot, bell pepper, broccoli, and snow peas. Stir-fry for 3–5 minutes until they’re tender but still vibrant and crisp.

5. Combine and Finish:

• Add the cooked beef back into the skillet with the vegetables.
• Drizzle sesame oil and rice vinegar over the stir-fry, and stir everything together until well combined.
• Cook for another 2–3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

6. Serve & Garnish:

• Serve the stir-fry over steamed rice or noodles.
• Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, if desired.

Tips & suggestions:

• For extra heat, add chili flakes or sliced chili peppers during the stir-frying process.
• To make it low-carb, serve with zucchini noodles or cauliflower rice instead of regular rice.
• For a richer sauce, add a splash of teriyaki sauce or sweet soy sauce.

Enjoy your meal!