Description
Ginger Beef is a deliciously vibrant dish that perfectly melds savory and sweet flavors, making it an irresistible addition to any meal. This easy recipe features tender strips of beef marinated in a zesty ginger sauce, stir-fried to perfection for an explosion of flavor in every bite. With minimal preparation time, it’s ideal for busy weeknights while also being impressive enough for special occasions. You will learn how to create this mouthwatering dish using simple ingredients that are likely already in your pantry. Serve it over steamed rice or alongside fresh vegetables for a complete meal that will wow your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp tapioca starch
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp cooking oil
Instructions
- 1. Slice the beef against the grain into thin strips.
- 2. In a bowl, combine beef with soy sauce and tapioca starch; let marinate for 15 minutes.
- 3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; stir-fry the marinated beef until browned (about 3-4 minutes).
- 4. Mix brown sugar, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger; add to the skillet with cooked beef.
- 5. Stir well and simmer until the sauce thickens slightly (about 1 minute).
- 6. Serve hot over steamed rice or with vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup of Ginger Beef (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 75mg