Heart-Healthy Spicy Beef Stir-Fry
Packed with robust flavors and wholesome ingredients, this Heart-Healthy Spicy Beef Stir-Fry is the perfect recipe for those who crave bold taste without compromising nutrition. Featuring lean sirloin beef, vibrant vegetables like broccoli, bell peppers, and carrots, and a zesty sauce infused with ginger, garlic, and low-sodium soy sauce, this dish delivers a satisfying punch of spice with a hit of sriracha. Its quick cooking time, just 25 minutes from start to finish, makes it an ideal weeknight dinner option, while garnishes like sesame seeds and green onions add a restaurant-quality touch. Serve this high-protein, low-fat stir-fry over fluffy brown rice for a fiber-rich meal that’s as great for your palate as it is for your heart. Perfectly balancing flavor, health, and convenience, this stir-fry is a must-try for busy yet health-conscious food lovers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Lean sirloin beef, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, minced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons Sriracha or another hot sauce
- 1 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium Red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 200 grams Broccoli florets
- 1 medium Carrot, julienned
- 2 stalks Green onions, sliced
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 2 cups Brown rice, cooked (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the low-sodium soy sauce, minced ginger, minced garlic, sriracha, and cornstarch. Mix until smooth, then add 2 tablespoons of water. Set the sauce aside.
Heat 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil in a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the sliced beef and stir-fry until browned, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the red bell pepper, broccoli florets, and carrot. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
Return the cooked beef to the skillet and pour in the prepared sauce. Stir well to coat the beef and vegetables evenly. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
Remove the stir-fry from the heat and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
Serve hot, either on its own or over a bed of cooked brown rice for a heart-healthy carbohydrate option.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1229 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.9 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.1 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 210 mg | 70% | |
| Sodium | 1984 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 131.3 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.2 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.2 g | ||
| Protein | 105.1 g | 210% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 204 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 14.0 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 1920 mg | 41% | |
*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.
