Lean Beef Stir-Fry with Brown Rice
Ingredients
For the Stir-Fry:
- 1 lb lean beef (such as sirloin or flank steak), thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 large red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 large yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 large carrot, julienned
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, minced
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce (for sauce)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
For the Brown Rice:
- 1 cup brown rice
- 2 cups water
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
Prepare the Brown Rice:
- Rinse the brown rice under cold water.
- In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil with a pinch of salt.
- Add the brown rice, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.
Prepare the Stir-Fry:
- Marinate the Beef:
- In a bowl, combine the sliced beef with 2 tbsp soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, and sesame oil. Mix well and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Cook the Beef:
- Heat 1 tbsp of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the marinated beef and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook the Vegetables:
- In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tbsp of vegetable oil.
- Add the minced garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the sliced bell peppers, broccoli florets, and julienned carrot. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Combine Beef and Vegetables:
- Return the cooked beef to the skillet.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, cornstarch, and water. Pour the sauce over the beef and vegetables.
- Stir well to coat everything in the sauce and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Serve:
- Divide the brown rice among serving plates.
- Top with the beef and vegetable stir-fry.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and fresh cilantro if desired.
- Serve immediately.
Shopping List
For the Stir-Fry:
- Lean beef (sirloin or flank steak)
- Soy sauce
- Oyster sauce
- Hoisin sauce
- Sesame oil
- Vegetable oil
- Red bell pepper
- Yellow bell pepper
- Broccoli florets
- Carrot
- Garlic
- Ginger
- Green onions
- Cornstarch
- Water
- Sesame seeds (optional)
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
For the Brown Rice:
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