Heart-Healthy Crispy Beef
Discover the perfect balance of flavor and nutrition with this "Heart-Healthy Crispy Beef" recipe—a lighter twist on a classic favorite. Made with lean cuts of beef, this dish achieves irresistible crispiness without deep frying, thanks to a quick pan-searing technique using heart-smart olive oil. A savory marinade of low-sodium soy sauce, garlic powder, and cornstarch locks in flavor and tenderness, while a touch of brown sugar and red chili flakes adds subtle sweetness and heat. Finished with a tangy soy-vinegar glaze and topped with fresh scallions and sesame seeds, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality taste with wholesome ingredients. Ready in just 35 minutes, it's an easy-to-make, guilt-free indulgence for family dinners or entertaining. Perfectly portioned to align with heart-healthy goals, this delicious meal proves you don’t have to sacrifice flavor for wellness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Lean beef (such as sirloin or tenderloin)
- 2 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes
- 3 tablespoons Scallions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds
Instructions
Slice the lean beef into thin strips, approximately 1/4 inch thick, against the grain for tenderness.
In a large bowl, mix the sliced beef with 1 tablespoon of the low-sodium soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of cornstarch, garlic powder, and ground black pepper until the beef is fully coated. Allow to marinate for 10 minutes.
In a small bowl, combine the remaining tablespoon of soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and red chili flakes. Set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add half of the marinated beef slices to the skillet, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.
Cook the beef for 2-3 minutes on one side until crispy and browned, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes. Remove the cooked beef from the skillet and set aside. Repeat with the remaining beef, adding the remaining olive oil if necessary.
Reduce the heat to medium and return all beef to the skillet. Pour the soy sauce mixture over the beef, stirring to coat evenly, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens and the beef is well-coated.
Remove from heat and garnish with chopped scallions and sesame seeds.
Serve the crispy beef immediately, keeping portions moderate to maintain the heart-healthy intent of the dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1285 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.9 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.6 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 350 mg | 117% | |
| Sodium | 1312 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.7 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.3 g | ||
| Protein | 135.7 g | 271% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 92 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 15.3 mg | 85% | |
| Potassium | 1769 mg | 38% | |
*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.
