Beef Stir Fry

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  • Prep Time

    20 mins

  • Cook Time

    20 mins

  • Total Time

    50 mins

  • Servings

    4 servings

  • Calories

    423 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    Asian, Chinese

Beef Stir Fry

This easy beef stir fry recipe is a Chinese restaurant-quality dish, made right at home!

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Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil divided
  • 1 pound flank steak or sirloin steak
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 4 cups mixed vegetables

For the Sauce

  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
  • cup orange juice
  • cup water
  • ¼ cup less sodium soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar light or dark
  • 1 ½ teaspoons toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
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Instructions

  1. Whisk the sauce ingredients except corn starch in a bowl. Set aside.
  2. Trim any silverskin, connective tissue, or large bits of fat from the beef. Cut ¼-inch slices across the grain.
  3. Season the beef with salt & pepper and toss with cornstarch. Set aside while you prepare the vegetables.
  4. Cut the vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
  5. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat in a wok or large skillet. Add half of the beef and cook until browned, about 2-3 minutes (beef does not need to be cooked through). Transfer to a bowl and repeat with the remaining beef.
  6. Add the vegetables to the skillet, adding more oil if needed, and cook until tender-crisp, about 4-5 minutes. Transfer to the bowl with the beef.
  7. To make the sauce, reduce the heat to medium. Stir the sauce, pour it into the skillet, and bring to a simmer. In a small bowl, combine cornstarch with 3 tablespoons water (or broth).
  8. Gradually add the cornstarch slurry to the simmering sauce while whisking to reach the desired consistency, you may not use all of the cornstarch mixture. Let simmer for 2 minutes. 
  9. Add the vegetables and beef with any juices to the pan and cook until heated through. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
  10. Serve with noodles or over rice.

Notes

  • Vegetables for stir fry can include any of the following: broccoli florets, snow peas or snap peas, mushrooms, red bell pepper, bok choy, chopped cabbage, thinly sliced carrots or celery, or bean sprouts.
  • For easier slicing, place the beef in the freezer for 15 minutes before cutting.
  • Prepare all ingredients ahead of time, as a stir fry comes together quickly.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan, or the beef won't crisp.
  • The meat, vegetables, and sauce can be prepared and stored separately for up to 48 hours before cooking.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 423 (21%) Carbohydrates 43g (14%) Protein 31g (62%) Fat 15g (23%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Cholesterol 68mg (23%) Sodium 681mg (28%) Potassium 863mg (25%) Fiber 7g (28%) Sugar 10g (20%) Vitamin A 9285IU (186%) Vitamin C 29.9mg (33%) Calcium 84mg (8%) Iron 3.9mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 423 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 423 21%
Carbohydrates 43g 14%
Protein 31g 62%
Fat 15g 23%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Cholesterol 68mg 23%
Sodium 681mg 28%
Potassium 863mg 18%
Fiber 7g 28%
Sugar 10g 20%
Vitamin A 9285IU 186%
Vitamin C 29.9mg 33%
Calcium 84mg 8%
Iron 3.9mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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