Low Sodium Beef Stir Fry with Bell Peppers and Onions
Savor the bold flavors of this Low Sodium Beef Stir Fry with Bell Peppers and Onions, a wholesome, heart-healthy take on the classic stir-fry dish. Featuring tender, thinly sliced beef sirloin, vibrant red and green bell peppers, and sweet yellow onions, this recipe offers a perfect balance of savory and fresh flavors. The low sodium soy sauce paired with garlic and ginger creates a delectable, aromatic sauce, thickened to perfection with a cornstarch slurry. Finished with a touch of sesame oil and a pinch of red pepper flakes, this quick and easy stir fry is ready in just 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights. Garnished with fresh scallions and best served over steamed rice or quinoa, this nutritious dish is proof that you don't need extra salt for incredible flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced
- 1 large red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 large green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 large yellow onion, sliced
- 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp ginger, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 stalks scallions, sliced for garnish
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the low sodium soy sauce, minced ginger, and minced garlic. Mix well and set aside.
In another small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry and set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Add the thinly sliced sirloin to the skillet and season with black pepper. Stir-fry the beef for about 3-4 minutes until browned and just cooked through. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil, then add the sliced onions, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
Add the cooked beef back into the skillet with the vegetables. Pour in the soy sauce mixture and stir everything together.
Add the cornstarch slurry to the skillet and stir continuously until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency, about 1-2 minutes.
Drizzle sesame oil and sprinkle red pepper flakes over the stir fry. Give it a final toss to combine all the flavors.
Garnish with sliced scallions before serving. Serve hot over steamed rice or alongside your favorite grain.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1710 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.8 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.2 g | 166% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 22.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 318 mg | 106% | |
| Sodium | 2026 mg | 88% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.3 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.5 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.1 g | ||
| Protein | 128.4 g | 257% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 162 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 15.1 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 2645 mg | 56% | |
*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.
