A fast, protein-packed dinner ready in 25β30 minutes. Perfect for busy nights and easy to customize.
π Ingredients (Serves 4)
π₯© Beef
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500g flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
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1 tbsp soy sauce
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1 tsp cornstarch
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Β½ tsp black pepper
π₯¦ Vegetables
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1 cup broccoli florets
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1 red bell pepper, sliced
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1 carrot, thinly sliced
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1 cup snap peas or green beans
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1 small onion, sliced
π₯£ Stir-Fry Sauce
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3 tbsp soy sauce
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1 tbsp oyster sauce
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1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
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1 tsp sesame oil
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
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Β½ cup beef broth or water
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1 tsp cornstarch (to thicken)
π’ Cooking
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2 tbsp oil (vegetable or avocado oil)
π©βπ³ Step-by-Step Instructions
1οΈβ£ Marinate the Beef (10β15 min)
Mix sliced beef with soy sauce, cornstarch, and pepper. Set aside.
2οΈβ£ Prepare the Sauce
Whisk all sauce ingredients together. Keep ready.
3οΈβ£ Cook the Beef
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Heat 1 tbsp oil in a wok or large pan on high heat.
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Add beef in a single layer.
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Cook 2β3 minutes until browned.
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Remove and set aside.
4οΈβ£ Stir-Fry Vegetables
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Add remaining oil.
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Add garlic and ginger (30 seconds).
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Add vegetables and cook 3β4 minutes (slightly crisp).
5οΈβ£ Combine & Finish
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Return beef to pan.
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Pour sauce over everything.
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Cook 2β3 minutes until sauce thickens.
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Drizzle sesame oil at the end.
π Serving Ideas
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Steamed rice
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Brown rice
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Noodles
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Cauliflower rice (low carb option)
π₯ Tips for Perfect Stir-Fry
β Slice beef thinly against the grain
β Use high heat
β Donβt overcrowd the pan
β Prep everything before cooking (it moves fast!)
π₯ Nutrition (Approx per serving)
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Calories: 350β400
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Protein: 30g
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Carbs: 15β20g
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Fat: 18g
π₯ Make It Keto / Low-Carb
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Replace honey with sugar-free sweetener
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Use coconut aminos instead of soy sauce
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Serve over cauliflower rice
