Delicious and Healthy Orange Vegetable Beef Stir-fry Recipe

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Delicious and Healthy Orange Vegetable Beef Stir-fry Recipe
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on April 11, 2024

This orange vegetable beef stir-fry is a colorful and nutritious dish that combines tender slices of beef with a variety of fresh vegetables, all coated in a tangy orange sauce. It's a quick and easy meal to prepare that is perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 orange bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup snap peas
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Cooked rice, for serving

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, soy sauce, honey, garlic, cornstarch, ginger, and sesame oil to make the sauce.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat.
  3. Add beef slices and stir-fry until browned, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Remove beef from skillet and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, add bell peppers, broccoli, and snap peas. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  6. Return beef to the skillet and pour the orange sauce over the meat and vegetables.
  7. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients.
  8. Serve hot over cooked rice.

Interesting Facts

  • Stir-frying is a Chinese cooking technique that involves cooking ingredients over high heat in a wok or skillet, resulting in a quick and flavorful dish.
  • Beef stir-fry is a versatile dish that can be customized with different vegetables and sauces to suit your taste preferences.
  • Orange juice adds a bright and citrusy flavor to this dish, complementing the savory beef and crisp vegetables.