Hearty Beef and Veggie Stir-Fry

Here’s a simple and hearty beef recipe that’s perfect for a weeknight:

Beef and Veggie Stir-Fry

Ingredients:

• 1 lb (450g) flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium)
• 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil (or vegetable oil)
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 1 carrot, thinly sliced
• 1 small onion, sliced
• 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional for garnish)
• Cooked brown rice or quinoa (for serving)

Instructions:

1. Marinate the beef: In a bowl, mix soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, honey, garlic, and ginger. Add the sliced beef and let it marinate for 10-15 minutes.
2. Cook the veggies: Heat a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add a splash of oil and stir-fry the broccoli, carrots, red bell pepper, and onion for 4-5 minutes, until just tender but still crisp. Remove the veggies from the pan and set aside.
3. Cook the beef: In the same pan, add the marinated beef (with the sauce) and cook for 3-4 minutes until browned and cooked through.
4. Combine: Return the veggies to the pan with the beef. Stir everything together and cook for another 1-2 minutes to heat through.
5. Serve: Top with chopped green onions and sesame seeds, and serve over brown rice or quinoa.

Nutrition per serving (based on 4 servings):

• Calories: ~350 kcal
• Protein: 30g
• Fat: 12g
• Carbohydrates: 25g
• Fiber: 5g
• Sodium: ~600mg

This stir-fry is packed with protein and colorful veggies, making it both satisfying and nutritious. You can easily swap out or add more vegetables like snap peas or mushrooms!