Low Fat Beef Stir-Fry
Ready in just 30 minutes, this Low Fat Beef Stir-Fry is a wholesome, flavor-packed meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Featuring tender slices of lean beef sirloin, vibrant vegetables like red bell pepper, broccoli, and sugar snap peas, and a savory, ginger-infused sauce made with low-sodium soy sauce and a touch of sesame oil, this recipe offers a healthier twist on the classic stir-fry. Light in fat yet rich in flavor, it uses a quick marinade and high-heat cooking to lock in the beef’s natural juices while keeping the vegetables crisp and nutrient-filled. Serve this crowd-pleaser over steamed rice or enjoy it on its own for a satisfying, low-calorie dish. Ideal for health-conscious diners, this recipe combines quick prep, simple ingredients, and bold flavors in every bite! Keywords: low-fat beef recipe, healthy stir-fry, quick dinner ideas, lean beef stir-fry, vegetable-packed stir-fry.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams lean beef sirloin, sliced thinly
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 medium carrot, julienned
- 1 cup sugar snap peas
- 2 tablespoons green onions, sliced
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken or beef broth
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine the sliced beef, 1 tablespoon of low-sodium soy sauce, cornstarch, and black pepper. Mix well to coat the beef slices. Let it marinate for 10 minutes.
Heat a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil. Add the beef slices in a single layer, and cook until browned but not fully cooked through, about 2-3 minutes. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil. Add the grated ginger, minced garlic, and sliced red bell pepper. Stir-fry for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the broccoli florets, julienned carrot, and sugar snap peas to the skillet. Stir-fry for another 3 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
Return the beef to the skillet, and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of low-sodium soy sauce, low-sodium chicken or beef broth, and sesame oil.
Stir everything together and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the beef is cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly.
Sprinkle the sliced green onions over the stir-fry, stir to combine, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1172 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 54.2 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.3 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 280 mg | 93% | |
| Sodium | 1544 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.8 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.2 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.4 g | ||
| Protein | 121.4 g | 243% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 186 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 16.2 mg | 90% | |
| Potassium | 1844 mg | 39% | |
*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.
