Low Fat Spiced Beef Fry
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this flavorful and healthy Low Fat Spiced Beef Fry! Crafted with tender, lean beef strips and a medley of aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, turmeric, and smoked paprika, this dish delivers bold, vibrant flavors without the extra calories. Sliced green chilies and fresh ginger add a delightful kick, while a splash of low-sodium soy sauce and zesty lemon juice bring the dish to life. Prepared in under 35 minutes, it’s a quick, protein-packed recipe perfect for busy schedules yet special enough for entertaining. Serve it with a side of steamed rice, quinoa, or a crisp salad, and don’t forget the fresh cilantro garnish for a burst of freshness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Lean beef (preferably sirloin or tenderloin, trimmed of visible fat, cut into thin strips)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 piece Onion (medium, thinly sliced)
- 3 cloves Garlic (finely minced)
- 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated)
- 2 pieces Green chilies (finely sliced, adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika (optional for added flavor)
- 2 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Heat a large non-stick skillet or frying pan over medium heat and add olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the sliced onions and sauté until they are golden brown, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and sliced green chilies to the pan. Stir for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Sprinkle in the ground cumin, coriander, turmeric, and smoked paprika (if using). Stir to coat the onions and aromatics in the spices.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the lean beef strips to the pan. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the beef is browned and cooked through.
Drizzle the low-sodium soy sauce over the beef and mix well to evenly coat the meat.
Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste (use salt sparingly, as the soy sauce adds saltiness).
Lower the heat and let the beef cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to ensure all the flavors meld together.
Turn off the heat and stir in the lemon juice for a burst of freshness.
Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1179 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.0 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.3 g | 86% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 375 mg | 125% | |
| Sodium | 1880 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.5 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.1 g | ||
| Protein | 142.3 g | 285% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 142 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 17.7 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 2026 mg | 43% | |
*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.
