Citrus Beef Stir Fry
Bright, zesty, and loaded with flavor, this Citrus Beef Stir Fry is a quick and irresistible dinner that's sure to become a family favorite. Tender slices of beef sirloin are seared to perfection before being tossed in a vibrant sauce made from freshly squeezed orange and lime juice, soy sauce, and a touch of brown sugar for sweetness. Packed with colorful veggies like red bell pepper, broccoli, and carrots, this dish not only delivers on flavor but adds a fresh crunch to every bite. Infused with the warmth of garlic and ginger, it's a delightful balance of savory, tangy, and slightly sweet. Perfect for busy weeknights, this 35-minute recipe is best served over steamed rice or noodles and topped with chopped green onions and optional sesame seeds for an elegant finish. Tag it as your go-to stir-fry recipe and savor the citrus-forward twist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams Beef sirloin, thinly sliced
- 120 ml Orange juice, freshly squeezed
- 30 ml Lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 60 ml Soy sauce
- 15 grams Cornstarch
- 15 grams Brown sugar
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 15 grams Ginger, minced
- 30 ml Vegetable oil
- 1 large Red bell pepper, sliced
- 150 grams Broccoli florets
- 1 large Carrot, thinly sliced
- 3 stalks Green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds, optional for garnish
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, lime juice, soy sauce, cornstarch, and brown sugar until smooth. Set aside.
Heat 15 ml of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add the thinly sliced beef to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until browned. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 15 ml of vegetable oil and heat over medium-high heat.
Add the minced garlic and ginger. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Toss in the sliced red bell pepper, broccoli florets, and carrot slices. Stir fry for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
Return the cooked beef to the skillet with the vegetables.
Pour the prepared citrus sauce over the beef and vegetables. Stir well to coat evenly, and let it cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle chopped green onions on top.
Garnish with sesame seeds if desired. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1789 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 100.1 g | 128% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.5 g | 158% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 315 mg | 105% | |
| Sodium | 2760 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.1 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.9 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.7 g | ||
| Protein | 135.1 g | 270% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 358 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 17.9 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 2938 mg | 63% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
