Description
This Sesame Ginger Beef Stir-Fry Bowl is a flavorful, quick, and healthy meal featuring tender beef slices coated in a savory sesame-ginger sauce. Paired with crisp vegetables and served over rice or noodles, this dish is a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and umami flavors.
Ingredients
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For the Stir-Fry:
- 1 lb (450g) beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup carrots, julienned
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
For the Sesame Ginger Sauce:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium)
- 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp sriracha (optional for spice)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (for thickening)
For Serving:
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice or noodles
Instructions
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Prepare the Beef:
- Toss the beef slices with 2 tbsp cornstarch to coat evenly. This helps create a crispy texture when stir-fried.
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Make the Sauce:
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and sriracha. Set aside.
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Cook the Beef:
- Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add beef in a single layer and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.
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Stir-Fry the Vegetables:
- In the same pan, add 1 tbsp oil and stir-fry bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
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Combine & Simmer:
- Return the beef to the pan and pour in the sauce. Stir well.
- Add the cornstarch slurry and cook for another 2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
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Serve:
- Spoon over cooked jasmine rice or noodles.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Enjoy!
Notes
- For extra crunch, add water chestnuts or snap peas.
- Swap beef for chicken or tofu for a variation.
- Adjust spice level by adding more sriracha or red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: ~450 kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg