Best 5 Colorful Beef Stir Fry Recipes

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Are you looking for a colorful and flavorful beef stir-fry recipe that will tantalize your taste buds? Look no further! This article will guide you through the process of creating a vibrant and delicious beef stir-fry that is sure to impress your family and friends. With a variety of colorful vegetables, tender beef, and a flavorful sauce, this dish is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

BEEF MARINADE FOR A CHINESE STIR-FRY



Beef Marinade for a Chinese Stir-Fry image

This easy beef marinade recipe works well with thinly sliced sirloin or round beef and can be incorporated into any beef stir-fry recipe.

Provided by Rhonda Parkinson

Categories     Entree

Time 17m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 to 1 pound of sirloin or ​round beef, cut into thin slices
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
1 teaspoon granulated white sugar (or soft brown sugar)
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Place the thinly sliced beef in a bowl.
  • Add the ingredients-oyster sauce, soy sauce, sugar, salt, and pepper-one at a time.
  • Gently mix to combine and let marinate for 15 minutes, or as the recipe instructs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 99 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 1050 mg, Sugar 1 g, Fat 19 g, ServingSize 1 portion (1 serving), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

FLAVORFUL BEEF STIR-FRY



Flavorful Beef Stir-Fry image

A beef stir-fry that has wonderful flavors without using a ton of spices. Fresh ginger mixes will with the soy sauce and makes a quick and easy sauce. Lots of veggies add color and crunch.

Provided by Kitchenista Jane

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Chinese

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups brown rice
4 cups water
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 teaspoons white sugar
6 tablespoons soy sauce
¼ cup white wine
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1 pound boneless beef round steak, cut into thin strips
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3 cups broccoli florets
2 carrots, thinly sliced
1 (6 ounce) package frozen pea pods, thawed
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, undrained
1 cup Chinese cabbage
2 large heads bok choy, chopped
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Bring brown rice and water to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender, and liquid has been absorbed, 45 to 50 minutes.
  • Combine cornstarch, sugar, soy sauce, and wine in a small bowl until smooth. Stir in ginger; toss beef in sauce to coat.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir broccoli, carrots, pea pods, and onion for 1 minute. Stir in water chestnuts, Chinese cabbage, and bok choy; cover and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 4 minutes. Remove from skillet and keep warm.
  • In same skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef until desired degree of doneness, about 2 minutes per side for medium. Return vegetables to skillet; cook and stir until heated through, about 3 minutes. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 664.9 calories, Carbohydrate 104.6 g, Cholesterol 38.6 mg, Fat 13.8 g, Fiber 11.7 g, Protein 30.5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 1593.6 mg, Sugar 12 g

COLORFUL BEEF STIR-FRY



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I really like this beef stir-fry recipe. Who couldn't love the easy sesame-ginger marinade and the vibrant mix of vegetables? -Deb Blendermann, Boulder, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
2 teaspoons sesame oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 pound boneless beef sirloin steak, thinly sliced
4-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/2 cup reduced-sodium beef broth
1-1/2 teaspoons canola oil, divided
1 small green pepper, cut into chunks
1 small onion, cut into chunks
1 medium carrot, julienned
1/4 cup sliced celery
1 small zucchini, julienned
1/2 cup fresh snow peas
1/2 cup canned bean sprouts, rinsed and drained
Hot cooked rice or linguine, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. Place beef in a shallow dish; add half of the marinade. Turn to coat; cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade. , In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and broth until smooth. Stir in reserved marinade; set aside. Drain beef, discarding marinade. In a large nonstick skillet or in a wok coated with cooking spray, cook beef in 1 teaspoon oil until no longer pink; drain. Remove and keep warm. , In the same pan, stir-fry green pepper and onion in remaining 1/2 teaspoon oil for 2 minutes. Add carrot and celery; cook 2-3 minutes longer. Add zucchini and snow peas; stir-fry for 1 minute. Stir in bean sprouts and heat through. , Stir broth mixture and stir into vegetable mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Return beef to the pan; heat through. If desired, serve over rice or linguine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 542mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BEEF STIR-FRY



Beef Stir-Fry image

Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 pounds skirt steak, cut into 4-inch-long pieces, then cut against the grain into 1¿4-inch-thick slices
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 3 limes)
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons sugar
3 garlic cloves, grated
1 fresh serrano chile, seeded and finely chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
6 ounces shitake mushrooms, sliced
1 bunch spring onions, chopped
1 bunch pencil asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces

Steps:

  • Season the beef with salt and pepper. In a medium bowl, whisk together the lime juice, soy sauce, sugar, garlic and chile until the sugar is dissolved. Add the beef, toss to coat and set aside.
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the oil until shimmering, about 1 minute. Then add the beef and cook, stirring, until cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside. Allow the liquid in the skillet to reduce until thickened, about 4 minutes. Add the mushrooms, spring onions and asparagus and cook until all the vegetables are tender-crisp, 5 to 7 minutes. Return the beef to the skillet and toss to combine.

BEEF VEGETABLE STIR FRY RECIPE BY TASTY



Beef Vegetable Stir Fry Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: oil, broccoli floret, ginger, garlic, carrot, bell pepper, red chili flakes, salt, roasted sesame seed, rice, beef strips, corn flour, soy sauce, beef stock, cornstarch, soy sauce, brown sugar

Provided by Fathima Asma Jauffer

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons oil
2 cups broccoli floret
½ tablespoon ginger, grated
½ tablespoon garlic, grated
1 carrot, sliced
½ cup bell pepper, sliced, any color
1 teaspoon red chili flakes
salt, to taste
roasted sesame seed, for garnishing
2 cups rice, cooked
1 lb beef strips
1 tablespoon corn flour
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 cup beef stock
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar

Steps:

  • To marinate beef: Add corn flour and soy sauce to the beef strips. Toss together to coat and marinate well for 5 minutes.
  • To prepare sauce: Stir cornstarch and beef stock together until cornstarch is dissolved, then add soy sauce and brown sugar and mix well until combined.
  • In a large skillet, heat 2 tbsp of oil and add the ginger, garlic, sliced carrots, broccoli florets and sliced bell peppers into the skillet. Saute and set aside.
  • Add beef strips in a single layer to the same skillet and cook for 5 minutes, turning constantly to easily brown.
  • Add the sauce and bring to a boil. Cook for 2 minutes.
  • Once the sauce has thickened, toss with sauteed vegetables and garnish with roasted sesame seeds.
  • Serve hot with rice.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1740 calories, Carbohydrate 133 grams, Fat 96 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 64 grams, Sugar 25 grams

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, high-quality ingredients will make a big difference in the flavor of your stir-fry. Choose tender cuts of beef, crisp vegetables, and flavorful sauces.
  • Marinate the beef: Marinating the beef before cooking helps to tenderize it and infuse it with flavor. You can use a simple marinade made with soy sauce, garlic, and ginger, or get creative with your own blend of spices and herbs.
  • Cook the beef in small batches: Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the beef. This will prevent the beef from steaming instead of searing, which will result in a tough, chewy texture.
  • Add the vegetables at the right time: Different vegetables have different cooking times, so it's important to add them to the stir-fry in the correct order. Add vegetables that take longer to cook, such as carrots and broccoli, first. Then, add vegetables that cook quickly, such as bell peppers and snap peas, towards the end of the cooking process.
  • Use a hot wok or skillet: A hot wok or skillet is essential for getting a good sear on the beef and vegetables. If your pan is not hot enough, the food will steam instead of sear, which will result in a bland, watery dish.
  • Stir-fry quickly: Stir-frying is a quick cooking method, so it's important to work quickly. Keep the heat high and stir the ingredients constantly to prevent them from burning.

Conclusion:

Colorful beef stir-fry is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a little planning and preparation, you can create a stir-fry that is packed with flavor and nutrition. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give colorful beef stir-fry a try.

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