Description
This Sesame Ginger Beef Stir-Fry Bowl is a flavorful, healthy, and quick meal with tender beef, fresh veggies, and a savory sesame-ginger sauce. A perfect dish for weeknight dinners or meal prep, full of bold flavors and healthy ingredients!
Ingredients
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For the Stir-Fry:
- 1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil (for cooking)
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 medium carrot, julienned or thinly sliced
- 1 small zucchini, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup snap peas, trimmed
- 1/2 cup green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
For the Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (to thicken the sauce)
- 2 tablespoons water (to dissolve the cornstarch)
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (optional for extra flavor)
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes or sriracha (optional, for a spicy kick)
Instructions
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Prepare the Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, and chili flakes (if using). In a separate small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water together to make a slurry.
- Add the cornstarch slurry to the sauce mixture and stir to combine. Set the sauce aside.
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Cook the Beef:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the thinly sliced beef in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through. Remove the beef from the pan and set it aside.
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Stir-Fry the Vegetables:
- In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of sesame oil. Add the red bell pepper, carrot, zucchini, and snap peas to the pan. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
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Combine the Beef and Sauce:
- Return the cooked beef to the pan with the vegetables. Pour the prepared sauce over the beef and vegetables, stirring to coat everything evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and everything is heated through.
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Serve:
- Serve the sesame ginger beef stir-fry in bowls, garnished with green onions, sesame seeds, and a drizzle of extra sauce if desired. You can serve it over rice, quinoa, or noodles for a complete meal.
Notes
- You can substitute the vegetables with your favorites or what you have on hand—broccoli, mushrooms, or baby corn would be great additions.
- For a gluten-free option, make sure to use tamari instead of soy sauce.
- If you prefer a sweeter sauce, add more honey to taste.
- This recipe works well for meal prep; just store the stir-fry in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 65mg