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