This recipe for Fresh Vegetable Stir Fry with Peppery Orange Beef is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender beef, crisp vegetables, and a zesty orange sauce. The dish is quick and easy to make, making it a perfect option for a weeknight dinner. The stir fry is also packed with nutritious ingredients, making it a healthy choice. Serve it over steamed rice for a complete meal that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
- 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp orange zest
- 1 tbsp orange juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 carrot, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup snap peas
- 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- Steamed rice, for serving
Directions
- In a medium bowl, combine the beef, cornstarch, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, orange zest, orange juice, honey, and black pepper. Mix well and set aside to marinate for 10 minutes.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the marinated beef and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5 minutes. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute or until fragrant.
- Add the bell pepper, carrot, broccoli, snap peas, and mushrooms to the skillet. Stir fry for 3-4 minutes or until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Return the beef to the skillet and toss with the vegetables. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to heat through.
- Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with sliced green onions.
- Serve the Fresh Vegetable Stir Fry with Peppery Orange Beef over steamed rice.
Interesting Facts
This recipe is a great way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet.
The combination of orange zest and juice adds a refreshing citrus flavor to the stir fry.
Stir frying is a popular method of cooking in Asian cuisine because it retains the nutrients and flavors of the ingredients.