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Quick Beef Stir Fry Vegetables in 30 Minutes

A quick, healthy beef stir fry vegetables dish with tender beef and colorful veggies in a savory-sweet sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Dinner, Main Course, Quick Meals
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

Beef
  • 1 lb beef (flank steak or sirloin) thinly sliced against the grain
Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
Stir Fry
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil divided
  • 1 medium bell pepper sliced (any color)
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 medium carrot sliced into thin rounds
  • 1/2 cup sugar snap peas trimmed
  • 2 medium green onions chopped
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for garnish
  • steamed white rice for serving

Method
 

Prepare the Beef
  1. Slice the beef thinly against the grain for tenderness. For extra flavor, combine the beef with 1 tablespoon soy sauce, half the minced garlic, and half the ginger in a bowl; let marinate 15-30 minutes if you have time.
Make the Sauce
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 tablespoon soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, honey, the remaining garlic, and the remaining ginger. Set aside.
Cook the Beef
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef in a single layer and sear without stirring for 2-3 minutes until a crust forms. Flip and cook another 1-2 minutes. Transfer the beef to a plate and set aside.
Stir-Fry the Vegetables
  1. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil to the same pan. Toss in the carrots, bell pepper, and broccoli. Stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
Add the Snap Peas
  1. Add the snap peas and continue stir-frying for 2-3 minutes, until they turn bright green.
Combine Everything
  1. Return the beef to the pan and pour the prepared sauce over everything. Stir well to coat all ingredients. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Serve
  1. Remove from heat. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately over steamed rice or enjoy on its own.

Nutrition

Calories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 750mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10g

Notes

Substitute beef with chicken, pork, or tofu for variation. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce. For extra heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce. Serve with steamed jasmine rice or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.

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